AFCON 2027Q: Super Eagles hit training ground ahead of Madagascar showdown

The Nigerian national football team, the Super Eagles, commenced their training session on Tuesday night, preparing for their upcoming AFCON 2027 qualifying match against Madagascar on Friday, according to Daily Post Nigeria. The training took place at the practice pitch of the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, with only the first 15 minutes being open to the media and public.

Captain Wilfred Ndidi, goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, and winger Samuel Chukwueze were among the players who arrived early at the training camp. The team's goalkeeper, Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, is scheduled to join the squad at their Four Points by Sheraton Hotel base in Ikot Ekpene on Wednesday. The Super Eagles will continue their preparation with an additional training session on Wednesday.

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