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Egypt, Senegal, Morocco and Nigeria Start Quest for AFCON 2027
Eric Chelle will be without Victor Osimhen, while Taiwo Awoniyi replaces him for Nigeria's opening qualifier.
- On Friday, September 25, 2026, Nigeria's Super Eagles host Madagascar at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo at 5 p.m., opening their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations Group L qualifying campaign.
- Nigeria aims to avoid the sluggish start that derailed their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign. With Tanzania already qualified as co-host, only one spot remains for Nigeria, Madagascar, and Guinea-Bissau to contest.
- Head coach Eric Chelle operates without star striker Victor Osimhen, sidelined by a muscle injury. Chelle has invited 13 new players including George Ilenikhena to strengthen attacking depth.
- Despite being heavy favorites, Nigeria must respect Madagascar, who defeated them 2-0 at the 2019 AFCON. Captain Rayan Raveloson declared, "They are humans like us, so we are not scared."
- Nigeria travels to Guinea-Bissau on September 29 before hosting Russia for a friendly on October 6. Early points are critical as the Super Eagles pursue their 2027 AFCON finals qualification.
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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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