Rohr Labels Five Countries As Favorites For The 2019 AFCON, Omits Super Eagles
Published: April 22, 2019Nigeria manager Gernot Rohr has named five countries that are capable of winning the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations when the final is played at Cairo International Stadium, Cairo on July 19.
Despite the Super Eagles now ranked the third best team in Africa, the German football tactician continues to play down the chances of the national team adding a fourth trophy to their collection.
Hosts Egypt, North African teams Morocco and Tunisia, as well as West African powerhouse Senegal and Ivory Coast are Rohr's favorites for the main prize.
''Of course, Group D is the strongest with big opponents, including South Africa. For me, Morocco is one of the favorites to win the Cup, just like Ivory Coast, which won twice,'' said Rohr to Medias24.
''I think Egypt, which will play at home, is the number one favorite. There is also Senegal, the best African team in the FIFA rankings.
''As I said before, Morocco remains a favorite of this CAN, Tunisia too. After, I hope we too will be able to get involved in the title race.''
''I think Egypt, which will play at home, is the number one favorite. There is also Senegal, the best African team in the FIFA rankings.
''As I said before, Morocco remains a favorite of this CAN, Tunisia too. After, I hope we too will be able to get involved in the title race.''
The Super Eagles coach concluded by saying that he expects a good tournament even though the games will be played in less pleasant climatic conditions, with high heat and high humidity.
Ifeanyi Emmanuel
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