Nigeria’s Super Eagles will be back in action on Friday, November 13, when they play host to Tanzania in a key 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match.
This Group L matchday-three clash is set to be held at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, as Nigeria aims to boost their chances of reaching the continental tournament.
The game is set to start at 5:00 pm Nigerian time (WAT).
Nigeria came into this match in need of a win following an inconsistent beginning to their qualifying campaign, with one victory and one loss from their first two games.
The Super Eagles are currently second in Group L with three points from two matches, three points adrift of leaders Guinea-Bissau, who have won both of their opening fixtures.
Nigeria began their campaign with a 2-1 win over Madagascar in Uyo before falling to a 3-0 away defeat against Guinea-Bissau.
Tanzania is third with one point, level with the bottom side of Madagascar but ahead on goal difference.
The stakes are especially high for Nigeria, as Tanzania has already clinched automatic qualification for the 2027 tournament as one of the co-hosts alongside Kenya and Uganda.
As a result, Nigeria, Guinea-Bissau, and Madagascar are battling for the one remaining qualification spot in the group. Nigerian sports news
A win against Tanzania would lift Nigeria to six points and bolster their position in the race to qualify.
Nigeria will head to Tanzania for the reverse fixture on Tuesday, November 17, with the two sides meeting again in quick succession.
These two matches could prove crucial to Nigeria’s qualification hopes, as the Super Eagles need to pick up maximum points to avoid slipping further behind Guinea-Bissau.
The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations will be held across Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda from June 19 to July 17, 2027.
