The Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to begin their journey towards the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) this month, with two crucial qualifying matches scheduled for September.
Nigeria will open their qualifying campaign at home against Madagascar on September 23, as the three-time African champions look to make a strong start in their bid to secure a place at the continental tournament.
The Super Eagles will then face a quick turnaround, travelling away to take on Guinea-Bissau on September 27 in their second Group-stage fixture.
The two matches will provide Nigeria with an early opportunity to establish themselves among the leading contenders in their qualifying group.
A positive start, particularly on home soil against Madagascar, will be important as the team seeks to build momentum before the difficult away trip to Guinea-Bissau.
The Super Eagles will be expected to approach the September fixtures with a strong squad and clear focus, with points from both games potentially proving valuable in the race for AFCON qualification.
Nigeria have a rich history in the Africa Cup of Nations, having won the competition three times.
Their most recent success came in 2013, while they finished as runners-up at the 2023 edition staged in Côte d’Ivoire.
With the 2027 AFCON scheduled to be hosted by Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania, the Super Eagles will be determined to avoid any qualification setback and secure their place among Africa’s best teams.
The September double-header therefore represents the first major test of Nigeria’s campaign, with the Super Eagles aiming to turn home advantage against Madagascar into three points before seeking another positive result on the road against Guinea-Bissau.
