Nigeria's Super Eagles Target Strong AFCON Qualifying Start
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to begin their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign against Madagascar at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. They are placed in Group L, which includes Guinea-Bissau and co-hosts Tanzania.
Following the match against Madagascar, Nigeria will face Guinea-Bissau next Tuesday. Only one team will secure automatic qualification from the group due to Tanzania's co-host status.
Nigeria, a three-time AFCON champion, has reached the semi-finals in the last two tournaments and aims to qualify for the upcoming tournament scheduled for June 19 to July 17 in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. Coach Eric Chelle, who has been leading the team since Tuesday, stresses the importance of a strong start to the qualifiers, urging his players to show determination and aim for victory.
The team is under pressure following recent resignations within the Nigeria Football Federation, including president Ibrahim Gusau and general secretary Mohammed Sanusi.
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