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AFCON 2027Q: Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau gear up to name squads for Super Eagles

The Barea of Madagascar are set to unveil their squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture against the Super Eagles of Nigeria. Head coach Corentin Martins is expected to include three new players in his squad, according to Midi Madagasikara. Five players from the Malagasy League could also be included, according to […] AFCON 2027Q: Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau gear up to name…

AFCON 2027Q: Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau gear up to name squads for Super Eagles

Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau are preparing to announce their squads for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Nigeria's Super Eagles. Head coach Corentin Martins of Madagascar is expected to bring in three fresh faces into the squad, with five players from the Malagasy League possibly making the cut, according to local newspaper Midi Madagasikara. The match against Nigeria is scheduled for Thursday, 25 September, in Uyo.

On the other side, Guinea-Bissau's head coach Emiliano Té will name his team during a media briefing at the Estádio Nacional 24 de Setembro. The match against Nigeria is set for Tuesday, 29 September, also at the same venue. Currently, Nigeria's head coach Éric Chelle has not yet finalized his squad for either of the upcoming matches.

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