Super Eagles Camp Opens in Uyo as Éric Chelle Prepares Squad for Crucial AFCON Qualifier

According to a report by The Daily Post on Sunday, November 8, 2026, the Super Eagles of Nigeria have officially set up camp in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, stepping up preparations for their high-stakes 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying double-header against the Taifa Stars of Tanzania.

Head Coach Éric Chelle recently unveiled a formidable 24-man squad for these defining encounters.

Invited players are expected to report to the team’s secure base on Monday, with the squad scheduled to file out for their very first training session on Tuesday at the practice pitch of the iconic Godswill Akpabio International Stadium.

Nigeria will host the first leg of this critical fixture next Friday at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, where passionate home fans are expected to turn out in numbers to roar the team to victory.

Following the home fixture, the three-time African champions will embark on a trip to Dar es Salaam for the reverse fixture scheduled for Tuesday, November 17.

These matches carry immense weight for the Super Eagles, who are eager to bounce back immediately following a disappointing defeat to Guinea-Bissau in their previous outing.

Coach Chelle and his technical crew are leaving nothing to chance as they look to tighten tactical screws and restore momentum to Nigeria’s 2027 AFCON qualification campaign.

With the team now gathered in Uyo, the coaching staff’s immediate priority is to integrate early arrivals, assess fitness levels, and build cohesive team chemistry ahead of Friday’s showdown.

Fans and football stakeholders across the country will be watching closely, hoping the Super Eagles can secure maximum points from both legs to firmly reclaim control of their qualifying group.

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