The battle to the 2019 Africa Cup ofNations, AFCON comes to an end this weekend, with the battle for qualificationslots in the 12 groups getting to an interesting climax. The Super Eagles, after aninauspicious start when they lost 0-2 at home in Uyo to South Africa in 2017, arenow looking to end the qualifiers on a high note. The three-times champions have movedon from that disappointment however and they are now Group E leaders with thequalification ticket in the bag. On Friday, they are up against the Pirates ofSychelles in Asaba, Delta state. The group’s other fixture has theMediterranean Knights of Libya against Bafana Bafana of South Africa at Sfax inTunisia on Sunday. Nigeria’s encounter againstSeychelles is not more than an academic affair, and the Eagles may be seekingto maintain reputation and also use the game to kickstart preparations for theAFCON. While Nigeria have already qualified, the big question in focus now iswho will be joining them from the group. The competition, which will be the32nd edition, will be held from June 21 to July 19 .