Super Eagles face injury setbacks before Tanzania matches

The Super Eagles, under head coach Miguel Gamondi, are preparing for two crucial matches against Tanzania in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign. However, they have suffered a setback as key players Clement Mzize and Dickson Job have been ruled out due to injuries.

The duo, who recently returned from previous injury lay-offs, failed to travel with the squad to Nigeria on Monday and will remain at their club for treatment. This leaves Gamondi with just 22 players available for the matches.

The first match is scheduled for Friday at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, followed by a return fixture on Tuesday, 17 November, at the Amaan Stadium. Nigeria currently sits second in Group L with three points, following a narrow victory over Madagascar and a significant 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau.

With Tanzania already assured of qualification as co-hosts of the 2027 finals, Nigeria is under pressure to secure maximum points in these must-win games.