2021 AFCON: Gernot Rohr wary of Sudan

Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr has tipped the Sudanese to prove difficult in the upcoming African Cup of Nations in Cameroon.

Nigeria was pooled in Group D against Egypt, Sudan, and Guinea-Bissau.

The Super Eagles and Egypt are likely to qualify due to their pedigree and experience in the tournament, however, Rohr expects Sudan to pose a threat.

“We have a tough group. Egypt, everybody knows and everybody wanted to avoid. But they are with us, it is okay," he said.

“Sudan also. They have a French coach, a friend of mine, who did a good job since he arrived there, coming out from a difficult group. Also, Guinea Bissau is not easy.

“We will be very, very well prepared. We need to be ready for this first match against Egypt in Garoua,” he told ESPN.

The Super Eagles will open their campaign against Egypt at the Roumdé Adjia Stadium, Garoua on January 11.