Tanzania vs Nigeria Preview, prediction, injury news & lineups | AFCON 2027 qualifiers
The previous encounter between these nations ended in favour of the Super Eagles!
The Tanzania national football team will be gearing up to take on the Nigeria national football team for their fourth group stage fixture of the AFCON 2027 qualifiers. These sides will lock horns at the Amaan Stadium.
Tanzania have now failed to secure a win in their last three matches and are going to be under pressure for the next one. They must put in a top show on the attacking front to get back to winning ways, or else prepare themselves to drop more points.
The Miguel Ángel Gamondi-led team will be at home for their next fixture, but it is not going to make things any easier for them until they come up with a better strategy.
With a 3-1 victory against the Taifa Stars, the Nigeria national football team have now secured their second group stage win in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. They will be eager to extend their winning run at this moment.
For their upcoming matchup, Éric Chelle’s men are going to be the visiting team. They will feel confident due to their recent result against the Tanzania squad.
Kick-off:
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- Location: Zanzibar City, Tanzania
- Stadium: Amaan Stadium
- Date: Tuesday, November 17
- Kick-off Time: 06:30 PM IST/ 01:00 PM GMT/ 09:00 AM ET/ 06:00 AM PT
- Referee: TBA
- VAR: In use
Form:
Tanzania: L-W-L-D-L
Nigeria: L-W-L-D-W
Players to Watch
Alphonce Msanga (Tanzania)
The 23-year-old was the standout performer for the Tanzanian national football team in their 1-3 loss against the Super Eagles. He was the sole goalscorer for his side. Alphonce Msanga will be once again looking to step up his game so that he can help the hosts stand a chance against Nigeria.
Tolu Arokodare (Nigeria)
Tolu Arokodare was the star of the show for the Nigerian national football team. He came on from the bench in the second half and scored a brace to help his side secure a 3-1 victory against the Taifa Stars. The 25-year-old will have an important role to play once again in the attacking front for the visitors.
Match Facts
- Nigeria are unbeaten in their last two matches.
- Tanzania are winless in their last three games.
- The Taifa Stars have never secured a win against the Super Eagles.
Betting Tips & Odds
- Nigeria to win
- Tolu Arokodare to score
- Goals under 3.5
Injury and Team News
Tanzania will miss Ibrahim Hamad due to a knock.
Ademola Lookman has withdrawn from the Nigeria squad following a knee injury.
Head-to-Head
Matches played: 10
Tanzania (wins): 0
Nigeria (wins): 7
Draws: 3
Predicted Lineups
Tanzania predicted XI (4-3-3)
Manula (GK); Mnoga, M’Mombwa, Mwamnyeto, Mligo; Msanga, Miroshi, Mkami; Kachwele, Kibu, Chilambo
Nigeria predicted XI (4-4-2)
Nwabili (GK); Bewene, Fredrick, Bassey, Aina; Yusuf, Iwobi, Ndidi, Nnadi; Adams, Arokodare
Match Prediction
Even though the Tanzanian squad will be at home, they will be under pressure given their current run of form. Nigeria have defeated the Taifa Stars once and will be eager to do it once again.
The Super Eagles are likely to come out on top and secure three points.
Prediction: Tanzania 1-2 Nigeria
Telecast Details
Nigeria: Canal+, Sport 1 Afrique
USA: beIN SPORTS en Español, fuboTV, beIN SPORTS CONNECT
When and where is the Tanzania vs Nigeria AFCON qualifier?
This clash will take place at the Amaan Stadium on November 17.
Where and how to watch AFCON qualifiers in the USA?
One can use the services of beIN SPORTS en Español, fuboTV and beIN SPORTS CONNECT.
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