The Super Eagles will face one of their toughest challenges yet in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign when they take on Guinea-Bissau on Tuesday evening.
The Group L encounter will take place at the Estádio Nacional 24 de Setembro in Bissau.
Both teams head into the fixture with maximum points from their opening matches.
Nigeria came from behind to beat Madagascar 2-1 in Uyo, while Guinea-Bissau secured an impressive 2-0 away victory over Tanzania.
As a result, Tuesday’s clash could play a major role in determining the early pace of the qualification race.
Match Details
Fixture: Guinea-Bissau vs Nigeria
Competition: 2027 AFCON Qualifier
Venue: Estádio Nacional 24 de Setembro, Bissau
Date: Tuesday, September 29, 2026
Kick-off: 4:00pm local time (5:00pm Nigerian time)
Current Group L Standings
Guinea-Bissau currently top Group L on goal difference after their opening-day victory over Tanzania.
Nigeria occupy second place following their comeback win against Madagascar.
A victory for either side would provide a valuable advantage in the race for qualification.
Team News
Super Eagles coach Éric Chelle is expected to retain the core of the team that defeated Madagascar.
Debutants George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor could again play important roles after scoring in the opening fixture.
Nigeria will, however, remain without striker Victor Osimhen, who continues to recover from injury.
Guinea-Bissau will rely on the confidence gained from their impressive result against Tanzania and will hope home support can inspire another strong performance.
Head-To-Head
Nigeria and Guinea-Bissau have developed a competitive rivalry in recent years.
The Super Eagles won both meetings between the countries during the qualifiers for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.
Guinea-Bissau, however, remain a difficult opponent, especially when playing at home.
What’s At Stake?
With Tanzania already assured of a place at the tournament as co-hosts, every point in Group L carries significant importance.
Both Nigeria and Guinea-Bissau know that another victory would strengthen their qualification hopes and put them in a commanding position heading into the remaining fixtures.
For the Super Eagles, a positive result in Bissau would also extend their winning start under Chelle and boost confidence ahead of future qualifiers.
