Tanzania’s national team, the Taifa Stars, have arrived in Uyo ahead of their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying encounter against Nigeria’s Super Eagles.
Players and officials of the Tanzanian delegation landed at the Victor Attah International Airport on Tuesday, November 10, as both teams step up preparations for Friday’s Matchday Three fixture.
The arrival marks the beginning of Tanzania’s final preparations for the encounter, which will take place at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.
The Taifa Stars are expected to hold training sessions ahead of the meeting, with head coach Miguel Gamondi seeking a positive result against the three-time African champions.
Nigeria head into the fixture under pressure to strengthen their qualification campaign after collecting three points from their opening two matches.
The Super Eagles began their Group L campaign with a 2-1 victory over Madagascar in Uyo but suffered a disappointing 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau in their second outing.
Tanzania, meanwhile, lost 2-0 to Guinea-Bissau before playing out a 1-1 draw against Madagascar.
Friday’s encounter presents both sides with an opportunity to improve their competitive rhythm, although Tanzania have already secured a place at the 2027 AFCON as co-hosts alongside Kenya and Uganda.
The Super Eagles will be looking to maximise home advantage and avoid another setback as the race for the remaining qualification spot intensifies.
Nigeria will host Tanzania on Friday, November 13, before both teams meet again in the return fixture on Tuesday, November 17.
