Super Eagles Train in Uyo for Tanzania AFCON Qualifiers

Nigeria's Super Eagles began preparations for their crucial 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Tanzania on Tuesday. Seventeen of the 24 invited players were available for the first training session in Uyo.

The players' arrival was delayed due to flight scheduling issues at the Victor Attah International Airport, affecting the first day of camp. Ten players, including goalkeepers Stanley Nwabali and Arthur Okonkwo, and Fulham players Calvin Bassey and Alex Iwobi, arrived on Tuesday morning.

Seven additional players joined the training session, bringing the total to 15. The remaining seven players expected to join the squad include Bruno Onyemaechi, Abdullahi Bewene, Wilfred Ndidi, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, Taiwo Awoniyi, Moses Usor, and new invitee Mubarak Suleiman.

The first leg of the double-header is scheduled for Friday in Uyo, followed by the return fixture in Dar es Salaam four days later. Nigeria currently has three points from their opening two Group L matches, aiming for maximum points to strengthen their position.