Super Eagles Tipped as AFCON 2025 Title Contenders by Legendary Coach Claude Le Roy

The anticipation for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) is already building, and the Super Eagles of Nigeria have received a major endorsement as potential champions! Veteran French coach, Claude Le Roy, has placed Nigeria among the frontrunners to lift the coveted trophy in Morocco.

Nigeria’s Super Eagles are no strangers to AFCON glory. As three-time winners of the prestigious tournament, the West African giants have consistently proven themselves as one of Africa’s football powerhouses. Their last triumph came in 2013, but they came agonizingly close to adding a fourth title in 2024, finishing as runners-up to hosts Ivory Coast in a gripping 2-1 final.

Claude Le Roy’s Backing for Nigeria

Claude Le Roy, an experienced tactician with deep knowledge of African football, believes Nigeria has what it takes to challenge for the AFCON title once again. Le Roy, who famously led Cameroon to victory in the 1988 edition of the tournament, listed the Super Eagles alongside other formidable teams in contention for the title.

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“Senegal, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Algeria—Egypt is always a formidable opponent in this competition,” Le Roy stated in an interview with LeSitelnfo.

The Super Eagles have been drawn into Group D, where they will face Tunisia, Uganda, and Tanzania. While Nigeria is considered the favorite, the tournament has shown time and again that surprises are inevitable. Head coach Eric Chelle and his squad will need to be at their best to navigate the group stage and advance toward their championship aspirations.

Can Nigeria Win AFCON 2025?

With a squad brimming with talent—including stars like Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, and Wilfred Ndidi—the Super Eagles have every reason to be optimistic. Their blend of youthful exuberance and experienced leadership makes them a formidable force in African football.

However, competition will be fierce, with reigning champions Ivory Coast eager to defend their title and other powerhouses like Senegal and Egypt vying for supremacy. Nigeria must bring their A-game to clinch the trophy and etch their name in history once again.

As the countdown to AFCON 2025 begins, Nigerian football fans have every reason to be excited. With the backing of a seasoned coach like Claude Le Roy and a squad packed with world-class talent, the Super Eagles are undoubtedly one of the teams to watch. Will they soar to victory in Morocco? Only time will tell!

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