The top-ranked countries in Africa—Morocco, Senegal, Tunisia, Algeria, and Egypt—are out of the Afcon.
In a surprising turn of events at the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon), the top-ranked country, Morocco, suffered an unexpected defeat, leading to their exit from the tournament. This outcome has reshaped the landscape, making the Super Eagles the new frontrunners for the tournament.
Following Morocco’s defeat yesterday, the Super Eagles are poised as favorites to secure the Afcon title for the fourth time, having previously triumphed in 1980, 1994, and 2013. Their journey in the competition has been marked by an impressive defensive record, with three clean sheets in four matches.
As the tournament progresses, the significance of squad depth becomes increasingly pivotal. Despite initial setbacks, such as the absence of key players before the start of the competition and Stanley Nwabali’s struggle for fitness, the Super Eagles also have a formidable bench, a potential game changer in their quest for victory.
Alhassan Yusuf, who delivered a standout performance against Ivory Coast, is on the path to regaining full fitness. This can be a significant boost for the Super Eagles to win the competition
