Former Nigerian international, Dimeji Lawal, has voiced strong belief in the Super Eagles’ chances of clinching the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.
Nigeria will enter the tournament aiming to improve on their runners-up finish from the previous edition, where they were narrowly defeated 2–1 by hosts Ivory Coast in the final.
The three-time AFCON champions, who have previously lifted the trophy in 1980, 1994, and 2013, are drawn in Group C alongside Tanzania, Tunisia, and Uganda. Their goal is to secure a fourth continental title.
Speaking to Complete $ports, Lawal emphasized that Nigeria has what it takes to go all the way in Morocco.
“There is doubt that the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations will be tough for all the countries that will be participating in the tournament.
“However, the odds still favours the Super Eagles as one of the favourites to win the title.
“What is most paramount is for the team to begin their campaign on a winning note against Tanzania; that will help the confidence of the players as the tournament progresses.
“I am sure the AFCON 2025 title is within the grasp of the Super Eagles if the team play as a unit.”
The 2025 AFCON is scheduled to kick off in Morocco on Dec. 21 and conclude on Jan. 18, 2026.
