Nigeria's Super Eagles face Tanzania in Uyo in a 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier that carries significant weight for their campaign. Nigeria have collected three points from their opening two Group L matches but suffered a disappointing 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau in their last outing. That result left coach Éric Chelle's side trailing group leaders Guinea-Bissau, who have seven points from three matches.

The match at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium offers the three-time African champions the chance to respond before their home supporters and strengthen their position in the group. Kick-off is scheduled for 5 p.m. The Taifa Stars, who have already secured their place at the 2027 AFCON as co-hosts alongside Kenya and Uganda, are expected to make life difficult for the hosts. Guinea-Bissau's 1-1 draw with Madagascar on Thursday leaves them on seven points at the top of the group.S1S2

Chelle has named Wilfred Ndidi as captain, with Calvin Bassey and Benjamin Frederick in central defence and Stanley Nwabali retaining his place in goal. Tochukwu Nnadi makes his home debut for the Super Eagles in the starting line-up, while Ademola Lookman and Akor Adams lead the attack. Alhassan Yusuf opened the scoring for Nigeria inside the first seven minutes, with Lookman providing the assist, to give the hosts an early 1-0 lead.S1