Awoniyi vows Super Eagles will qualify for AFCON 2027

By Tosin Omojola

Super Eagles striker Taiwo Awoniyi has described Nigeria’s qualification for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) as non-negotiable, insisting that the team will do everything possible to secure a place in the tournament.

Awoniyi stated this while speaking with sports journalists during a media parley at the Sheraton Hotel in Uyo.

The Coventry City forward noted that the Super Eagles, who are currently second in Group L, have three more matches to play in their quest for qualification, adding that the team would approach each fixture with the seriousness it deserves.

The former Golden Eaglets striker said the players understand the importance of football to Nigerians and are determined to make the country proud.

He expressed confidence in the team’s commitment, citing their passion and determination as evidence that Nigeria would overcome the remaining challenges.

Awoniyi added that the players would maintain the same motivation in their remaining fixtures, beginning with Tuesday’s return-leg encounter against Tanzania in Zanzibar, to secure the necessary results and ultimately book Nigeria’s place at AFCON 2027.