Super Eagles Drawn With Egypt In Afcon Qualifiers

Published: April 08, 2015

After awarding the hosting right to Gabon, CAF conducted the draw for the 2017 African Cup of Nations on Wednesday.

The 52 countries were divided into 13 groups containing four countries each, with the winner of each group qualifying for the final.

Along with the host country, the two best runners- up will feature in the tournament in two years time.

Nigeria have been drawn alongside Egypt, Tanzania and Chad in Group G of the Afcon qualifiers.

The Super Eagles will face Chad in their opening fixture on June 13 or 14th before traveling to Tanzania in the first week of September.