Ekong to conduct AFCON 2027 draw

Ex-Super Eagles' captain, William Troost-Ekong

Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong will take centre stage on Tuesday when he joins other African legends to conduct the qualification draw for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, PUNCH Sports Extra reports.

The Confederation of African Football confirmed the defender as one of the draw assistants in a post on X on Monday, alongside Max-Alain Gradel, Essam El Hadary and Trésor Mputu.

“African legends on draw duty,” CAF wrote.

“Meet tomorrow’s AFCON 2027 Qualifiers Draw assistants: Max-Alain Gradel, William Troost-Ekong, Essam El Hadary, and Trésor Mputu.”

Ekong to conduct AFCON 2027 draw

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