AFCON 2027 Qualifiers: Tanzania Arrive in Uyo Ahead of Super Eagles Clash

Tanzania’s national football team, the Taifa Stars, are preparing for their upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying matches against Nigeria, with the squad scheduled to arrive in Uyo ahead of the first encounter.

The early arrival is expected to give head coach Miguel Gamondi enough time to familiarise his players with the conditions in the Nigerian city and complete preparations for the important fixture.

Gamondi Names 24 Players for Double-Header

Gamondi has selected 24 players for the two-legged qualifying contest. The squad includes 12 home-based footballers and 12 players based outside Tanzania.

The team will face the Super Eagles in the first leg at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Friday, November 13, 2026.

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Both teams will then travel to Tanzania for the return fixture, scheduled for November 17 in Dar es Salaam.

Nigeria Prepare for Tanzania Encounter

The two matches form part of the qualifying campaign for the 2027 AFCON tournament. Nigeria will have home advantage in the opening encounter, while Tanzania will host the reverse fixture four days later.

The Super Eagles will be looking to make the most of their home support in Uyo as both sides compete for points in the qualification race.

With Tanzania planning an early arrival, attention will now turn to preparations ahead of the first meeting between the two national teams.