LIVE: Super Eagles vs Tanzania – Scores, goals, updates

The Super Eagles of Nigeria host Tanzania in a crucial 2027 AFCON qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo today, with kick-off scheduled for 5:00 pm WAT.

Eric Chelle’s men need a victory to revive their qualification hopes after losing 3-0 to Guinea-Bissau in their previous Group L fixture. The three-time African Champions will also be without injured striker Victor Osimhen, placing more responsibility on their other attackers.

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Super Eagles vs Tanzania: What is at stake?

Nigeria have three points from their opening two matches, having beaten Madagascar 2-1 before suffering a damaging defeat against Guinea-Bissau.

Thursday’s 1-1 draw between Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau has given the Green and Whites an opportunity to close the gap on the group leaders. Guinea-Bissau have seven points from three matches, while Nigeria have three from two.

Tanzania have already qualified for AFCON 2027 as co-hosts alongside Kenya and Uganda. Consequently, only one additional place is available from Group L, with Nigeria, Guinea-Bissau and Madagascar competing for it.

A victory in Uyo would take Chelle’s team to six points, just one behind Guinea-Bissau, ahead of Tuesday’s return fixture in Zanzibar.

Bright Osayi-Samuel in Super Eagles vs Tanzania. Credit: Copyright: ImagoxVictor Modo

How the Super Eagles arrive

Nigeria are looking to recover from their 3-0 defeat in Bissau, which followed their opening victory over Madagascar.

Chelle’s team drew 3-3 with Russia in an October friendly, but their defensive organisation remains a concern after conceding three goals in their last qualifier.

The Super Eagles will be without Osimhen, who is recovering from knee surgery. Maduka Okoye, Frank Onyeka, Raphael Onyedika and Kelechi Iheanacho are also notable absentees from the November squad.

Ademola Lookman, Alex Iwobi, Wilfred Ndidi and Moses Simon are among the experienced players expected to shoulder responsibility, while Tolu Arokodare, Akor Adams and Taiwo Awoniyi offer attacking alternatives.

Slavia Prague teenager Mubarak Suleiman has also received his first senior invitation and could make his Super Eagles debut.

Super Eagles and Olympic Eagles head coach Eric Chelle — Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle. Photo by IMAGO

How Tanzania arrive

The Taifa Stars head to Uyo with their place at the 2027 AFCON finals already secured, but they will still be looking for their first qualifying victory.

They lost 2-0 at home to Guinea-Bissau before drawing 1-1 with Madagascar. Coach Miguel Gamondi will want his players to use the double-header as an opportunity to build momentum ahead of the tournament they will co-host.

Tanzania’s position means they can approach the encounter without the same qualification pressure as Nigeria, although a positive result against the Super Eagles would provide a significant confidence boost.