Nigeria’s Super Eagles have officially jetted out of Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, bound for Bissau ahead of their crucial Matchday 2 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying showdown against Guinea-Bissau.
The three-time African champions held a closed-door morning workout at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium to fine-tune tactical plans before heading straight to the airport for their chartered afternoon flight. The mood in camp remains supercharged following a hard-fought 2-1 comeback win against Madagascar, where debutants George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor found the back of the net to seal all three points.
However, the upcoming clash in Bissau carries massive stakes. The hosts currently sit atop Group L on goal difference after sweeping past Tanzania with an impressive 2-0 victory, setting up a thrilling fight for top spot. Head coach Eric Chelle has warned his squad that the Wild Dogs present a completely different tactical test on their home turf, demanding total focus and clinical finishing. With top spot in the group up for grabs, the Nigerian contingent knows that securing a decisive away win will firmly establish their dominance in the qualification race.
As the players touch down and prepare for their final pre-match training session, football fans across the nation are drumming up massive support for the team to deliver another victory.
