Arokodare's Brace Secures Super Eagles' AFCON Win

The Super Eagles defeated Tanzania 3-1 at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, with Arokodare scoring a second-half brace to keep Nigeria's hopes of qualifying for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations alive. Nigeria now sits second in Group L with six points, just one point behind leaders Guinea-Bissau.

The match began with Alhassan Yusuf scoring in the second minute, but Tanzania equalized in the 32nd minute through Alphonce Msanga. Nigeria faced a setback when Ademola Lookman was injured and replaced by Moses Simon.

Head coach Eric Chelle made crucial substitutions at halftime, bringing on Arokodare and Moses Usor. Arokodare restored Nigeria's lead in the 52nd minute and scored again shortly after.

Despite attempts to extend the lead, including a near-hat-trick for Arokodare, the match ended with Nigeria securing a vital win. The Super Eagles will face Tanzania again on November 17 at the Amaan Stadium in Zanzibar.