Nigeria vs Tanzania LIVE: AFCON 2027 qualifier match stream, latest team news, lineups, TV, prediction

Nigeria vs Tanzania LIVELondon StandardNigeria host Tanzania in Uyo neeing a strong result to boost their chances of qualifying for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations. The Super Eagles sit second in qualifying Group L, three points behind leaders Guinea-Bissau. Having also missed out on the 2026 World Cup, Nigeria will be desperate to avoid another major disappointment. Tanzania arrive with less pressure, having already secured qualification for the tournament as co-hosts alongside Kenya and Uganda. However, Miguel Angel Gamondi's side will be keen to improve their record against Nigeria, having drawn twice and lost four times in their previous six meetings. The Taifa Stars have also struggled for consistency, winning just once in their last 15 matches across all competitions.It is the first of two matches back to back between these two nations, with the return fixture scheduled for Zanzibar in four days’ time. The Super Eagles have a strong recent record in Uyo and will view home advantage as an opportunity to get their qualification campaign back on track. Follow the game LIVE below with our dedicated match blog.Nigeria vs Tanzania latest newsPredicted lineupsNigeria predicted XI: Nwabali; Osayi-Samuel, Ajayi, Bassey, Onyemaechi; Ndidi; Dele-Bashiru, Iwobi; Lookman; Awoniyi, AdamsTanzania predicted XI: Manula; Chilambo, Lukanima, Mwamnyeto, Mnoga; Mao, Mabula, Salum; Kachwele, Msuva, KibuTanzania team newsTanzania will be without Clement Mzize and Dickson Job, who have withdrawn through injury, with Iddi Nado called up as a replacement.Captain Mbwana Samatta is also absent from the 24-man squad. Aishi Manula is expected to start in goal, while Simon Msuva could lead the attack against Nigeria.Nigeria team newsNigeria will be without Victor Osimhen, who is recovering from knee surgery, and Samuel Chukwueze, who is continuing his rehabilitation from a hip operation.Semi Ajayi has joined the squad after a cramp scare at Hull City, but his fitness will be assessed, while Moses Usor remains in the selection despite reports of an injury.George Ilenikhena is also unavailable after being left out because of fitness concerns. His absence could see Taiwo Awoniyi and Akor Adams lead the attack in Eric Chelle's preferred 4-4-2 diamond, with Tolu Arokodare another option.Maduka Okoye and Kelechi Iheanacho are notable omissions, while Francis Uzoho returns and Mubarak Suleiman earns his first senior call-up.Nigeria vs Tanzania LIVEHello and welcome to the London Standard’s LIVE coverage of the Africa Cup of Nations qualifier between Nigeria and Tanzania.Kick-off is at 4pm GMT. Stick with us.