At round 21:00 GMT on Sunday, 27 September 2026, the Tremendous Eagles arrived in Bissau forward of their AFCON 2027 qualifier towards Guinea‑Bissau, scheduled for Tuesday, 29 September 2026.
Softfootball can verify that the crew landed safely and can now start their closing preparations for the essential qualifier as they appear to construct on their optimistic begin to the marketing campaign.
Earlier within the night, the gamers and training employees departed the Uyo Worldwide Airport for Bissau, persevering with their journey within the 2027 AFCON qualification collection.
Nigeria head coach Éric Chelle had praised his gamers for his or her mentality and dedication after the Tremendous Eagles got here from behind to defeat Madagascar 2–1 of their opening qualifier on the Godswill Akpabio Worldwide Stadium in Uyo.
Watch Éric Chelle put up match press confrence after the tremendous Eagles beat Madagascar 2:1
With the crew now settled in Bissau, consideration shifts absolutely to Tuesday’s fixture as Nigeria goals to safe again‑to‑again wins and strengthen their place within the group.
