2027 AFCON Qualifiers: Super Eagles Starting Lineup Against Tanzania Revealed

Naija News gathered that Wilfred Ndidi will captain the Super Eagles as they target a crucial win against the Taifa Stars to strengthen their position in Group L.

Stanley Nwabali retains his place in goal, while Ola Aina and Bruno Onyemaechi occupy the full-back positions. Calvin Bassey partners Benjamin Frederick in central defence, with Bright Osayi-Samuel dropping to the bench.

Ndidi will anchor the midfield alongside Alhassan Yusuf, while Nnadi earns a place in the starting XI for his home debut with the senior national team.

Ademola Lookman and Akor Adams lead Nigeria’s attacking options as Chelle seeks to secure all three points on home soil.

The substitutes include Francis Uzoho, Zaidu Sanusi, Semi Ajayi, Ebenezer Akinsanmiro, Tolu Arokodare, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, Moses Usor, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Igoh Ogbu, Moses Simon and Taiwo Awoniyi.

The Super Eagles head into the encounter under pressure after collecting three points from their opening two qualifying matches.

Nigeria began their campaign with a 2-1 victory over Madagascar in Uyo but suffered a disappointing 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau in September.

Tanzania have already secured qualification for the 2027 AFCON as co-hosts alongside Uganda and Kenya. Their participation leaves Nigeria and the other teams in Group L competing for the remaining automatic qualification spot.

Chelle will also hope his players maintain Nigeria’s unbeaten record against Tanzania. The Super Eagles have recorded five victories and three draws in their previous eight meetings with the Taifa Stars.

Nigeria will travel to Dar es Salaam for the return fixture four days after Thursday’s encounter.

Substitutes: Francis Uzoho, Zaidu Sanusi, Semi Ajayi, Ebenezer Akinsanmiro, Tolu Arokodare, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, Moses Usor, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Igoh Ogbu, Moses Simon and Taiwo Awoniyi.

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