The stage is set for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN), as Nigeria’s home-based Super Eagles gear up to compete in Group D against some of the continent’s strongest teams. Defending champions Senegal, alongside Congo and Sudan, will be Nigeria’s opponents in what promises to be a highly competitive group.
The official draw ceremony took place on Wednesday night at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) in Nairobi, Kenya. The event, hosted in a vibrant atmosphere, highlighted the excitement surrounding the tournament, which is co-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda.
This marks a significant moment for Nigeria’s Super Eagles, as they return to the biennial competition after missing out for six years.
Fans and football enthusiasts are eager to see how the team will perform under the leadership of their technical crew and local talents. The team’s return has reignited hope among stakeholders, with many viewing this as an opportunity to showcase the depth of Nigerian football.
Group D is regarded as one of the toughest in the tournament. Senegal, the defending champions, will be looking to extend their dominance, while Congo and Sudan, known for their physical style of play, are equally determined to make an impact. For Nigeria, it will require skill, strategy, and unity to emerge from the group stage successfully.
The other groups in the tournament also promise thrilling matchups. Group A includes hosts Kenya, Morocco, DR Congo, and Zambia. Group B features Tanzania, Madagascar, Mauritania, Burkina Faso, and the Central African Republic. Meanwhile, Group C will see co-hosts Uganda compete against Niger and Guinea, with two additional teams expected to join the group later.
