Yusuf Al-Hassan gives Super Eagles the lead in Uyo
Nigeria are taking on Tanzania in their third Group L fixture of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Friday.
The Super Eagles are seeking a response after suffering a 3–0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau in September, having opened their qualifying campaign with a 2–1 victory over Madagascar.
Nigeria, managed by Eric Chelle, are without striker Victor Osimhen, who is recovering from knee surgery, and goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, who is also unavailable.
Tanzania, meanwhile, have already secured qualification for the 2027 AFCON as co-hosts alongside Kenya and Uganda.
However, the Taifa Stars are still participating in the qualifiers and seeking their first victory in Group L.
The return fixture between both countries is scheduled for Tuesday, November 17, in Zanzibar.
PUNCH Online reports that Benjamin Fredrick starts alongside Calvin Bassey in central defence, while Abdullahi Bewene also earns a starting role. Wilfred Ndidi captains the side, with Tochukwu Nnadi making his home debut for the Super Eagles.
Akor Adams leads the attack, while Tolu Arokodare is among the substitutes.
See full line up for the match:
Nigeria: Stanley Nwabali, Ola Aina, Abdullahi Bewene, Benjamin Fredrick, Calvin Bassey, Wilfred Ndidi (captain), Alhassan Yusuf, Alex Iwobi, Tochukwu Nnadi, Ademola Lookman, Akor Adams.
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Tanzania: Aishi Manula, Mligo, Mwamnyeto, Hamad, Mnoga, Miroshi, Mao, Msanga, Chilambo, Kachwele, Kibu.
Live updates
2nd minute – GOAL! Nigeria 1–0 Tanzania
Nigeria take an early lead through Alhassan Yusuf, who finds the net in the second minute to give the Super Eagles a dream start in Uyo. The goal was assisted by Ademola Lookman.
12th minute – Yellow card
The goal scorer, Yusuf in jersey number 14 is booked.
29th minue – Wide shot
Tanzania shoots off target – totally way out of Nwabali’s reach who has yet to see a shot in the game.
31st minute – Tanzania equalises
Source: Punch · Tosin Oyediran
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