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Egypt, Senegal, Morocco and Nigeria Start Quest for AFCON 2027
Coach Eric Chelle wants Nigeria to start with three points and avoid another difficult qualification race.
- On Friday, Nigeria's Super Eagles host Madagascar at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo for their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, kicking off at 5 p.m.
- Head coach Eric Chelle must navigate the campaign without star striker Victor Osimhen, ruled out with a right adductor injury; Coventry City forward Taiwo Awoniyi was called up as his replacement.
- Chelle integrated 13 first-time invitees to revitalize the squad, while Madagascar midfielder Rayan Raveloson stated the Barea are "not scared" of the Super Eagles, aiming to repeat their 2019 upset.
- With Tanzania already qualified as a co-host, Group L presents a high-stakes scenario where Nigeria, Madagascar, and Guinea-Bissau compete for just one remaining qualification spot.
- Following Friday's home opener, the Super Eagles travel to Bissau to face Guinea-Bissau on Tuesday, September 29, establishing momentum early in the qualifying series.
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argentinanews.netEgypt, Senegal, Morocco and Nigeria start quest for AFCON 2027
Seven-time champions Egypt and heavyweight outfits Nigeria, Morocco and Senegal begin their qualifying campaigns on Friday for next year's Africa Cup of Nations.
·Issy-les-Moulineaux, France
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AFCON 2027: Chelle demands winning start as Super Eagles host Madagascar
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has challenged his players to start their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying read more AFCON 2027: Chelle demands winning start as Super Eagles host Madagascar
·Lagos, Nigeria
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