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Introduction

The 2019 Africa Cup of Nations is likely to demonstrate, surprises and several new' changes and challenges. It the first' time the tournament will be conducted during a period of the clubs football offseason. This has, therefore, allowed the greatest African players to meet head-on. The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has entered into the books of history' for incorporating 24' teams which have never happened before.

There is great excitement, as fans from different corners of the world have high expectations on their various favorite teams. Therefore, you should also not be left out. Join the African Continent in the upcoming' football fever that begins on 21st' June 2019' in Egypt. Here is what is likely to happen.

The 2019' Africa Cup of Nations Predictions and Preview


-GROUP A

The group A consists of the Democratic Republic of Congo, Egypt, Zimbabwe, and Uganda.

Under this group, Egypt is considered as the most favorite in the competition. They have an amazing winger - Mohamed Salah of Liverpool' who is expected to demonstrate his great skills effort. Nonetheless, this group is not likely to be a walk in the park for the Pharaohs. They will be looking forward to countering Uganda, who understands their game very well. Uganda was also able to defeat them during the qualifying campaign for the World Cup. In case they sail through, they will face a highly tricky South Africa in the round of 16.

We cannot forget to mention, the Democratic' Republic of Congo alongside surprises. They boast of some of the best players such as Bolassie Yannick' who has been a good player under club Anderlecht of Belgium. Zimbabwe was also able to secure 4’ points from the Leopards' during the qualification matches. They will really pose a huge threat. In this group, Egypt is the favorite.

-GROUP B

It comprises of Madagascar, Nigeria, Guinea, and Burundi

Generally, Nigeria will have an easy ride in group B. The team comes out unbeaten since the year 2018. They boast of the best players such as Wilfred Ndidi of Leicester City and Alex Iwobi of Arsenal. Guinea also has a high probability of joining them in the round of 16'. They come out under the leadership of Keita Naby who is a Liverpool midfielder. They are capable of giving the Super Eagles rough time in the pitch.

The debutants Madagascar and Burundi will appreciate the third and fourth place as one real' achievement that is achievable.

-GROUP C

This group is made of Algeria, Senegal, Tanzania, and Kenya.

Well, Senegal has higher chances of bagging this opportunity, but the pool is so tricky. The group collides head-on with some of the best players in the world such as Senegal's playmaker Sadio' Mane - the Golden Boot winner of Liverpool club and Riyad Mahrez of Algeria' who plays for the great Manchester City.

On the other hand, either Tanzania or Kenya is likely to advance along with the two great heavyweights. It is another difficult group where any team could get into semi-final mix.

-GROUP D

Group D' comprises of Ivory Coast, Namibia, Morocco, and South Africa.

The Moroccan coach Herve' Renard have ensured his men engage into a highly impressive game, although staging finals could be difficult given the hot summer of Egypt. This may make it impossible for Morocco to make use of their high-intensity tactics that requires them to run several kilometers in the field.

According to both FIFA and ELO ranking', this group is regarded as 'Group of Death’. It is far much difficult compared to Group A.

The Ivory Coast has the finest track record' when it comes to Africa Cup of Nations. They boast of some excellent players such as Serge Aurier, Eric Bailly, Yaya Toure, and Wilfried Zaha. This is enough proof that the team is the favorite in the tournament. They have made it to the quarter-final in the last five tournaments. Prediction for this group is Ivory Coast and Morocco.

-GROUP E

This group is made up of Angola, Mali, Mauritania, and Tunisia.

On this, it appears as if the draw had a soft spot for Tunisia, although they are likely to face a hard opponent in the round of 16'. Tunisia has successfully won this great tournament' and emerged second twice.

Well, Mali who are undefeated during the span of qualification', proves a great threat. A lot is expected from the 22' year old' Yves Bissouma of Brighton and Sambau' Yatabare in case they make it. Prediction for Group E picks Mali and Tunisia.


-GROUP F

Cameroon, Guinea-Bissau, Benin, Ghana

This group brings together two giants of the continent that is Ghana and Cameroon. They boast of at least 9 titles' among them. Cameroon is regarded as the favorite in this group and in the latter' levels. But it should be known that it is the first time' they will be playing without Samuel Eto'o-the leading goal scorer of all times. They also flaunt amazing young goalkeeper Onana' Andre who has had a great impact in Ajax' team that outsmarted both Juventus and Real Madrid.

Ghana is also privileged to have great talents that boast of a wide range of European experiences such as Emmanuel Agyeng, Asamoah Gyan and Andre Ayew.

Guinea-Bissau' have confident of making it to the round of 16 as they are stronger than before. But Benin' who were thrashed 3-1' by the Gambia recently appears weak for this group.


Conclusion

This upcoming tournament will be marred by a lot of thriller, disappointments, and fun. It is a football tournament you don't want to miss. It is anticipated to stage the great African teams as they descend against one another in an effort to showcase their prowess in football.