Super Eagles Edge Madagascar 2-1 in AFCON Qualifier Opener
Nigeria’s Super Eagles opened their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign with a 2-1 comeback win over Madagascar in Uyo.
Madagascar took the lead in the 16th minute, but George Ilenikhena equalized just before half-time and Moses Usor sealed the victory with a brilliant solo run in the 65th minute. The result puts the Eagles top of Group L as they prepare for Guinea-Bissau next.