Tanzania land in Uyo for crucial Super Eagles showdown

Tanzania’s national team, the Taifa Stars, have arrived in Uyo ahead of their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying match against Nigeria.

The players and their officials arrived at the Victor Attah International Airport on Tuesday morning before heading to their hotel after completing immigration procedures.

The team, led by head coach Miguel Gamondi, is expected to hold a training session at the practice pitch of the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium later on Tuesday as they prepare for the important match.

Tanzania arrived early to give the players enough time to settle down, adjust to the weather and prepare for the game against the Super Eagles.

Nigeria will host Tanzania in their third match of the 2027 AFCON qualifying campaign at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Friday.

Both teams will meet again next Tuesday in the return leg as the qualifying campaign continues.