📌 Quick Summary: The Super Eagles face Tanzania twice in November in Group L of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers: at home on Wednesday 11 November (6:00 pm WAT, expected in Uyo) and away on Sunday 15 November (6:00 pm WAT, expected in Dar es Salaam). Nigeria have three points after two games, behind leaders Guinea-Bissau on six. Tanzania are co-hosts and already qualified, so only the highest-ranked non-host team in Group L will go through. Coach Eric Chelle’s November squad had not been confirmed in the sources we checked; this page will need updating when the NFF publishes it.
Two matches in five days could decide whether Nigeria qualify for AFCON 2027. After a 3–0 defeat in Bissau, Nigeria need results from both Tanzania games. This NaijaSabi guide covers the fixtures with Nigerian kick-off times, the Group L table, how qualification works, what we know about the squad and how Nigeria and Tanzania have fared against each other.
| Fact | Detail |
| Competition | AFCON 2027 qualifiers, Group L |
| Matchday 3 | Nigeria vs Tanzania — Wednesday 11 November 2026, 6:00 pm WAT (17:00 GMT) |
| Matchday 4 | Tanzania vs Nigeria — Sunday 15 November 2026, 6:00 pm WAT |
| Nigeria’s record so far | Won 2–1 v Madagascar; lost 3–0 at Guinea-Bissau; 3 points |
| Group leaders | Guinea-Bissau, 6 points |
| Qualification rule | Only the highest-ranked team outside host Tanzania qualifies from Group L |
| Finals | Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda, 19 June – 17 July 2027 |
Super Eagles vs Tanzania: Fixtures, Kick-Off Times and Venues
| Matchday | Date | Fixture | Kick-off (WAT) | Venue (reported) |
| 3 | Wed 11 Nov 2026 | Nigeria vs Tanzania | 6:00 pm | Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo |
| 4 | Sun 15 Nov 2026 | Tanzania vs Nigeria | 6:00 pm | Benjamin Mkapa Stadium, Dar es Salaam |
The 11 November kick-off of 17:00 GMT is listed by the Sport News Africa fixture tracker, which converts to 6:00 pm Nigerian time. The venues are the expected ones in fan and fixture guides, not an official announcement we could verify, so confirm with the NFF and CAF before you travel. Broadcasters for the matches were not confirmed in the sources we used.
Group L Table After Two Matches
| Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
| Guinea-Bissau | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | +5 | 6 |
| Nigeria | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | −2 | 3 |
| Madagascar | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | −1 | 1 |
| Tanzania (host) | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | −2 | 1 |
Results So Far in Group L
- Matchday 1 (Friday 25 September): Nigeria 2–1 Madagascar in Uyo, with goals from George Ilenikhena and Usor. Guinea-Bissau beat Tanzania 2–0.
- Matchday 2 (Tuesday 29 September): Guinea-Bissau 3–0 Nigeria in Bissau, which left Nigeria’s hopes resting on the remaining matches. Madagascar and Tanzania drew 1–1.
How Qualification Works: Why Only One Place Is Available
Because Tanzania are co-hosts with Kenya and Uganda, only the highest-ranked team outside the host qualifies from Group L, according to Afrik-Foot and Legit.ng. That means Nigeria, Guinea-Bissau and Madagascar are fighting for one place in Group L. Tanzania cannot take a spot, but they can still hurt Nigeria’s chances by taking points.
Nigeria therefore need to finish above both Guinea-Bissau and Madagascar. Winning both Tanzania games would lift them to nine points, but Guinea-Bissau and Madagascar also play each other in the November window.
Super Eagles Squad for Tanzania: What We Know
The NFF’s squad list for the November double-header had not been published in the sources we checked. This is what has been reported:
- September squad: Chelle named a 24-man squad for the opening two qualifiers, with Wilfred Ndidi, Ademola Lookman and Samuel Chukwueze among the established names. Arthur Okonkwo, Isaac James and George Ilenikhena received their first senior call-ups.
- Reported November changes: Legit.ng reported that Chelle would reportedly make three changes to his squad, with Victor Osimhen headlining the returnees. This is a report, not an official list.
Check the NFF’s official announcement for the confirmed squad. We will update this page when it is published.
Nigeria vs Tanzania: Head-to-Head History
- 2017 AFCON qualifiers: The two sides were in the same group. They drew 0–0 in Dar es Salaam, and Nigeria won 1–0 in Uyo through Kelechi Iheanacho.
- AFCON 2025: They also met in the group stage of AFCON 2025 in December 2025.
Remaining Group L Fixtures After November
- March 2027, Matchday 5: Madagascar vs Nigeria.
- 28 March 2027, Matchday 6: Nigeria vs Guinea-Bissau, the reverse of the Bissau defeat.
Frequently Asked Questions — Super Eagles vs Tanzania
When is Nigeria vs Tanzania?
Nigeria host Tanzania on Wednesday 11 November 2026 at 6:00 pm Nigerian time, and the return leg is on Sunday 15 November 2026, also at 6:00 pm WAT.
Where will Nigeria play Tanzania?
The home leg is expected at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo and the away leg at the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium in Dar es Salaam, according to fixture guides. Confirm with the NFF and CAF.
How many teams qualify from Group L?
One. Tanzania are co-hosts and already qualified, so only the highest-ranked team outside Tanzania qualifies from the group.
What is the Group L table?
After two matches: Guinea-Bissau 6 points, Nigeria 3, Madagascar 1, Tanzania 1.
Who is in the Super Eagles squad for Tanzania?
The official November squad was not confirmed in our sources. Legit.ng reported that Victor Osimhen is set to return. Check the NFF for the official list.
When is AFCON 2027?
19 June to 17 July 2027, jointly hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.
Last updated: 25 October 2026 · NaijaSabi Football Desk. Fixture times, venues and squads can change; confirm with the NFF and CAF. NaijaSabi is not affiliated with the NFF or CAF.
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