Ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, some football fans of the Super Eagles of Nigeria have expressed optimism that the team would defeat Madagascar.
The upcoming 2027 AFCON opening match between Nigeria and Madagascar is scheduled for Friday, Sept. 25, at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the teams held separate training sessions in Uyo on Tuesday as preparations for the encounter continued.
The fans told NAN in separate interviews on Wednesday in Lagos that the calibre of players who could ensure victory for the country were all available and ready to go.
Emmanuel Alozie, a football scout and Technical Manager of Dominion Excellence Star Academy in Lagos, backed the Super Eagles to secure the three points.
Alozie said the team had enough quality to overcome Madagascar but urged the coaching crew to select a formidable squad
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