Guinea-Bissau's Coach Té Addresses Pitch Issues Before Nigeria Match

Guinea-Bissau coach Emiliano Té addressed concerns regarding the condition of the 24 de Setembro Stadium pitch ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Nigeria. The match, scheduled for Tuesday, is part of Group L, with both teams looking to maintain their winning streaks after Guinea-Bissau's 2-0 victory over Tanzania and Nigeria's 2-1 win against Madagascar in Uyo.

The pitch's condition is under scrutiny due to Guinea-Bissau's rainy season, which could lead to a waterlogged and uneven surface. Nigeria's coach Eric Chelle acknowledged the challenge but emphasized the need for his team to adapt rather than focus on the pitch's state.

Té, who succeeded Luis Boa Morte in 2025, admitted the pitch is not ideal but noted that the hosts have limited control over the weather conditions. This match will mark the fifth encounter between the two teams, with Guinea-Bissau previously defeating Nigeria 1-0 in Abuja during the first leg of the 2023 AFCON qualifiers.