Nigeria’s Super Eagles defeated Tanzania 3-1 on Friday, November 13, 2026, in their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign.
The Group L encounter took place at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.
Alhassan Yusuf opened the scoring for Nigeria just two minutes into the match.
However, Tanzania restored parity through A. M. Msanga in the 32nd minute.
Both teams entered the break level at 1-1.
Nigeria returned stronger after the interval, with striker Tolu Arokodare scoring twice.
Arokodare restored Nigeria’s advantage in the 52nd minute before completing his brace eight minutes later.
His second goal came in the 60th minute, giving the Super Eagles a comfortable 3-1 victory.
The result represents an important response from Nigeria following their disappointing 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau.
Nigeria Strengthen Position In Group L
The victory takes Nigeria to six points from three matches.
Guinea-Bissau remain top of Group L with seven points from three matches.
Madagascar occupy third position with two points, while Tanzania remain bottom with one point.
Tanzania have already secured qualification for the 2027 AFCON as co-hosts alongside Kenya and Uganda.
Consequently, Nigeria, Guinea-Bissau and Madagascar are competing for the group’s remaining qualification ticket.
Super Eagles Face Tanzania Again
Nigeria will travel to face Tanzania in the return fixture on November 17.
The encounter will provide another opportunity for Eric Chelle’s men to strengthen their qualification campaign.
The Super Eagles must maintain their winning momentum as they pursue another appearance at Africa’s biggest football tournament.
Nigeria have won the AFCON title three times, in 1980, 1994 and 2013.
Their immediate objective is to secure the remaining Group L qualification ticket.
Match Summary
| Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Competition | 2027 AFCON Qualifiers |
| Group | Group L |
| Date | November 13, 2026 |
| Venue | Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo |
| Nigeria | 3 |
| Tanzania | 1 |
| 2′ | Alhassan Yusuf |
| 32′ | A. M. Msanga |
| 52′ | Tolu Arokodare |
| 60′ | Tolu Arokodare |
Group L Standings
| Position | Country | Played | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Guinea-Bissau | 3 | 7 |
| 2 | Nigeria | 3 | 6 |
| 3 | Madagascar | 3 | 2 |
| 4 | Tanzania | 3 | 1 |
Note: Tanzania’s automatic qualification as co-hosts means the remaining teams are competing for one additional ticket.
