2 weeks Ago By Jude Obafemi, THEWILL
September 20, (THEWILL) – Nigeria’s Super Eagles have maintained their position in the latest FIFA world rankings, holding steady at 39th globally and 6th in Africa. This ranking comes after recent 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying matches where Nigeria continued their campaign to reach the continental tournament. The Nigerian Football Federation is currently in the process of selecting a new head coach for the national team.
This search is ongoing as the Super Eagles prepare for their upcoming AFCON qualifiers, scheduled for October. The team will face Libya in both home and away fixtures as part of their Group D matches. Nigeria’s consistent ranking places them among the top African teams, behind Morocco, Senegal, Egypt, Ivory Coast, and Tunisia.
This position could prove advantageous for the Super Eagles in future tournament draws, potentially allowing them to avoid other high-ranked teams in the early stages. The October qualifiers against Libya will be crucial for Nigeria as they aim to strengthen their position in Group D and potentially improve their FIFA ranking. A strong performance in these matches could boost the team’s chances of reaching the 2025 AFCON finals while also navigating the dismal World Cup qualifying series results so far.
Football-loving Nigerians will be keenly watching these upcoming fixtures, hoping to see the Super Eagles improve on their strong standing on the continent. The team’s performance in these qualifiers could set the tone for their campaign leading up to the 2025 AFCON tournament and beyond. Jude Obafemi is a versatile senior Correspondent at THEWILL Newspapers, excelling in sourcing, researching, and delivering sports news stories for both print and digital publications.
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