Iran vs Super Eagles: Kick-Off Time, TV Channel and How to Stream the Friendly Live

Super Eagles of Nigeria are back in action today as they take on Iran’s Team Melli in the opening fixture of a four-nation invitational tournament in Antalya, Turkey, Afrik-Foot reports.

The encounter marks the first time Eric Chelle’s men will step onto the pitch since their bronze-medal finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.

With four uncapped players in camp—Emmanuel Fernandez, Philip Otele, Chibuike Nwaiwu and Yira Collins Sor—and Victor Osimhen absent through a fractured arm, there is plenty of intrigue around who will lead the line for the Super Eagles.

When Does Iran vs Nigeria Kick Off?

The match will take place on Friday, March 27, 2026, at Corendon Airlines Park in Antalya, Turkey. Kick-off is scheduled for 2:00 PM Nigerian time (WAT), which corresponds to 1:00 PM GMT and 9:00 AM Eastern Time.

Where to Watch Iran vs Nigeria on TV in Nigeria

There is currently no confirmed TV broadcaster for Nigeria’s friendly against Iran.

While SuperSport remains a possible option, there has been no official announcement regarding live coverage.

Fans are advised to check closer to the kickoff in case of any late broadcast updates, as friendly matches are sometimes finalised at short notice.

How to Live Stream Iran vs Nigeria Online

Fans outside Nigeria can track the match through ESPN’s dedicated match page, which provides live scoring updates, real-time commentary, and post-match highlights.

Afrik Foot will also be offering the live minute-by-minute commentary, goals, and reactions.

Live score platforms, such as Flashscore and SofaScore, will also offer minute-by-minute coverage, line-ups, and match statistics throughout the 90 minutes.

What Else Should Fans Know?

This is only the third-ever meeting between the two nations at the senior level. Nigeria won the first encounter 1–0 in a 1998 friendly, while the second ended goalless at the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil. Iran have never scored against the Super Eagles.

Following the Iran fixture, Nigeria remain in Turkey to face Jordan on Tuesday, March 31, in the second and final match of the international window.