By Adenike Lawal<\/p>\n
Nigeria’s Flying Eagles are bracing for a challenging campaign at the 2025 Africa U-20 Cup of Nations, having been drawn into a competitive Group B alongside Tunisia, Morocco, and Kenya.<\/p>\n
The much-anticipated draw, conducted by the Confederation of African Football in Cairo, Egypt, was announced on Sunday, sparking excitement and anticipation among football enthusiasts.<\/p>\n
With seven U-20 AFCON titles to their name, the Flying Eagles carry the weight of high expectations.<\/p>\n
Their journey to reclaim continental glory will begin with a crucial opener against Tunisia on Sunday, April 28, setting the tone for what promises to be an intense group stage.<\/p>\n
The tournament, originally set to be hosted by Cote d\u2019Ivoire, has found a new home in Egypt following recent adjustments by the organisers.<\/p>\n
Egypt will not only host but also headline Group A, where they face off against South Africa, Sierra Leone, Zambia, and Tanzania.<\/p>\n
Defending champions Senegal have been placed in Group C, a line-up that features the Central African Republic, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and perennial rivals Ghana.<\/p>\n
The action is scheduled to kick off in grand style on Saturday, April 27, when Egypt squares off against South Africa in the opening fixture, setting the pace for a championship filled with fierce competition and youthful energy.<\/p>\n
As the countdown begins, Nigerian fans are rallying behind the Flying Eagles, hoping their young stars will rise to the occasion and add another chapter to the nation’s proud football legacy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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