After 3-1 Uyo victory, Super Eagles chase Tanzania again in Zanzibar
By Tosin Omojola
Nigeria’s Super Eagles will depart for Zanzibar on Sunday ahead of their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying encounter against Tanzania’s Taifa Stars.
Head coach Eric Chelle and his squad are scheduled to travel aboard a chartered flight from Victor Attah International Airport as preparations intensify for the crucial Matchday Four fixture.
The trip follows Nigeria’s convincing 3-1 victory over Tanzania in Friday night’s encounter in Uyo, a result that boosted the Super Eagles’ qualification campaign.
The three-time African champions will now seek another victory when they face the Taifa Stars at the Amaan Stadium in Zanzibar, hoping to consolidate their position in Group L and move closer to securing a place at the 2027 AFCON finals.
However, Tanzania will be eager to avenge Friday’s defeat in front of their home supporters and revive their qualification hopes.
The Super Eagles currently occupy second place in Group L with six points from three matches, one point behind leaders Guinea-Bissau.
With the group standings still tightly contested, a positive result in Zanzibar would significantly strengthen Nigeria’s chances of qualifying for the continental showpiece.
