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Afcon: Nigeria are always favourites, says Mutiu Adepoju

The Nigerian legend thinks that Rohr’s men are one of the strongest teams at Egypt 2019, but that they need to produce on the pitch

Former Nigeria midfielder Mutiu Adepoju believes that Nigeria are among te favourites to win the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations, based on their squad depth and quality players.

Gernot Rohr’s men are in Egypt to challenge for a fourth African title, but they must first see off Madagascar, Burundi and Guinea in Group B.

While acknowledging that the Super Eagles will head into the finals in the North African country as contenders for the trophy, he feels pressurising the team to emerge as champions could serve as an obstacle for the three-time African winners.