Table of Contents
- Introduction
- Lack of World Cup Qualification
- Pressure from Group Stage Performance
- Skepticism about Chances of Success
Former Leeds United defender Dylan Kerr has outlined several reasons why the Super Eagles of Nigeria are unlikely to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title in Morocco.
Kerr pointed to the Super Eagles' failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup as a significant factor.
He further asserted that Eric Chelle's team will experience added pressure due to their flawless record in the group stage.
Kerr expressed doubt regarding Nigeria's prospects of reaching the AFCON final, emphasizing that teams which encounter difficulties during the group stage often advance to the final match of the tournament.
When asked if Nigeria is favored to win the AFCON after winning all their group stage matches, Kerr told Flashscore, “Not really; the strong performance in the group stage places them under pressure because they have won all of their matches.”
“Typically, the teams that face challenges tend to reach the semi-finals and finals.”
“Nigeria did not qualify directly for the World Cup, so there must be some issues with their gameplay.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Why did Dylan Kerr say Nigeria won't win AFCON 2025?
Dylan Kerr believes Nigeria's failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup and the pressure of maintaining a perfect record in the group stage are key reasons for his skepticism regarding their chances of winning the AFCON title.
What does Kerr say about teams that struggle in the group stage?
Kerr suggests that teams that encounter challenges during the group stage often find themselves advancing to the semi-finals and finals, which casts doubt on Nigeria's success given their perfect record.
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