…Flying Eagles to play Egypt, South-Africa, and Morocco in Group B
By Grace Ekujumi
Flying Eagles of Nigeria will face Egypt, South-Africa, and Morocco in Group B of the U20 Afcon billed to for Cote d’Ivoire from 26th April to 18th May,2025
The Flying Eagles won host nation Egypt 1-0 in a group phase match at the last edition of the competition, and must ensure a great start to their campaign in Cote d’Ivoire in order to build confidence for the tournament.
The draw event was attended by CAF executives and invited guests with former Mali international Adama Coulibaly and Senegal legend Souleymane Camara acting as draw assistants.
The tournament, set to take place from 26 April to 18 May 2025, will feature 13 teams competing for continental glory and four qualification spots for the FIFA U-20 World Cup Chile 2025.
The Flying Eagles will play in Group B where they will face former champions Egypt and Morocco as well as South Africa.
In Group A, hosts Côte d’Ivoire will take on DR Congo, Ghana, Tanzania, and a second representative from the UNIFFAC region, making it one of the most competitive groups.
Group C sees Senegal begin their title defence against Zambia, Kenya, and Sierra Leone, promising another fiercely contested group.
