Guinea-Bissau vs Nigeria Preview, prediction, team news, lineups | AFCON 2027 qualifiers

The Super Eagles are on a two-match winning run against the Dromedaries!

Guinea-Bissau national football team will go head-to-head against Nigeria national football team for their second group stage outing of the 2027 AFCON qualifiers. The Stade du 24 Septembre will witness this interesting clash.

Emiliano Té’s side secured a 2-0 win against Tanzania in their previous outing of the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Despite having less ball control, the Guinea-Bissau national football team managed to score two goals. Their defence was on point, and it helped them secure three points.

The Dromedaries are going to be at home for their upcoming contest and will be looking to extend their winning run. They will have to work harder in their next matchup.

The Nigeria national football team are coming after bagging a 2-1 victory against Madagascar in their opening AFCON 2027 qualifying fixture. They conceded an early goal, but staged a comeback to secure three points. The Super Eagles will be looking for yet another win, but have to come up with a composed performance in their backline.

Being away from home will surely make it a bit challenging for them, but they have capable players in the squad. Eric Chelle’s men will be once again looking to control the game from the start.

Kick-off:

• Location: Bissau, Guinea-Bissau
• Stadium: Stade du 24 Septembre
• Date: Tuesday, September 29
• Kick-off Time: 09:30 PM IST/ 04:00 PM GMT/ 12:00 PM ET/ 09:00 AM PT
• Referee: Mitiku Teowdros
• VAR: In use

Form:

Guinea-Bissau: W-L-L-L-W

Nigeria: W-W-D-L-W

Players to Watch

Mama Baldé (Guinea-Bissau)

Mama Baldé was the star of the show for the Guinea-Bissau national football team in their 2-0 victory against Tanzania. He was deployed on the left flank and was one of the goal scorers for his nation. The 30-year-old will be looking to use his fast pace yet again and can pose a constant threat to the opponent’s defence.

Alex Iwobi (Nigeria)

Alex Iwobi is all set to play an important role in the squad for the Nigeria national football team. Even though he failed to score a goal in the previous outing, his performance earned them the Player of the Match award. The 30-year-old bagged a crucial assist. He will be once again deployed in the midfield position and can also help his side in the attacking front.

Match Facts

• Guinea-Bissau have won only one of their last four matches.
• Nigeria have secured three wins in their last five attempts.
• Three of the four encounters between these nations have ended in favour of the Super Eagles.

Betting Tips & Odds

• Nigeria to win
• George Ilenikhena to score
• Goals under 3.5

Injury and Team News

All of the squad members for both Guinea-Bissau and Nigeria are fit to be in action.

Head-to-Head

Matches played: 4

Guinea-Bissau (wins): 1

Nigeria (wins): 3

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineups

Guinea-Bissau predicted XI (4-4-2)

Embadje (GK); Encada, Simao, Rofino, Sangante; Dalcio, Nhaga, Vieira, Balde; Beto, Franculino

Nigeria predicted XI (4-4-2)

Nwabili (GK); Aina, Ajayi, Bassey, Onyemaechi; Chukwueze, Ndidi, Iwobi, Lookman; Ilenikhena, Adams

Match Prediction

Guinea-Bissau have looked in positive touch during their previous outing. They will be looking to use the home advantage this time around. Nigeria will be looking to come up with a tough fight out there.

The Super Eagles are likely to come out on top and secure a win.

Prediction: Guinea-Bissau 1-2 Nigeria

Telecast Details

Nigeria: Canal+, Sport 1 Afrique

Morocco: beIN Sports, SNRT

USA: beIN SPORTS en Español, fuboTV, beIN SPORTS CONNECT

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