Aftermath of 2019 AFCON Draw: Do 'not take things for granted...play with seriousness' - Dalung warns Super Eagles

Super Eagles of Nigeria

Nigerian Youth and Sports Minister, Solomon Dalung has warned the Super Eagles not to underrate their Group B opponents when the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations kicks off in June in Egypt.


Reacting to Friday’s draw in Cairo which pitted Nigeria against Guinea, Madagascar and Burundi in Group B, the draw looked favourable to the Super Eagles on paper, but could turn out to a banana peel if not properly managed, Dalung told CompleteSports.

“The draw looks good for the Super Eagles, but I want to warn the team not to take things for granted because the game is all about surprises,” Dalung said.

“The Eagles must play every game with seriousness and passion required for such games. Guinea, Madagascar and Burundi may turn out to be the surprise packages of AFCON."

He added: "...I think the boys can win the cup if they do the right things."