Nigeria begin their AFCON 2027 qualifying campaign against Madagascar before travelling to Guinea-Bissau, with only one non-host qualification place available from Group L.
Patrick Vieira has been appointed Senegal head coach, succeeding Pape Thiaw as the Lions of Teranga begin a new cycle after their 2026 World Cup exit.
Nigeria’s AFCON 2027 qualification race is taking shape, with the Super Eagles drawn alongside Madagascar, Tanzania and Guinea-Bissau and reports pointing to Madagascar as their opening opponent in Uyo.
Eric Chelle will remain Super Eagles coach after fresh NFF terms and will also handle Nigeria’s U-23 team as the NSC pushes a long-term rebuild.
