The Super Eagles have opened their training camp in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, as the team steps up preparations for two important 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Tanzania.
The players are expected to hold their first training session on Tuesday at the practice pitch of the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, with all invited players scheduled to arrive in camp on Monday.
Head coach Chelle named a 24 man squad on Saturday for the two encounters, which could prove crucial to Nigeria’s chances of securing a place at the tournament.
Nigeria will welcome Tanzania’s Taifa Stars to the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Friday, November 13, for the first meeting. The Super Eagles will then travel to Zanzibar for the return fixture at the Amman Stadium on Tuesday, November 17.
Currently occupying second place in Group L, Nigeria will be looking to collect maximum points from both matches to strengthen its position in the qualification race.
With only one qualification spot available from the group, the Super Eagles cannot afford to drop valuable points as they push for a place at the 2027 AFCON.
The tournament will be jointly hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, making the upcoming fixtures particularly important for Nigeria’s hopes of reaching the continental competition.
