According to a report by ESPN on Friday, November 13, 2026, Nigeria have received a major boost in their quest to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations after defeating Tanzania 3-1, while Guinea-Bissau dropped valuable points following a 1-1 draw with Madagascar.

The results have brought a significant change to the competition for the top position in Group L, with Nigeria reducing the gap separating them from the current group leaders.

The Super Eagles delivered an encouraging performance against Tanzania at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. Alhassan Yusuf gave Nigeria an early lead just two minutes after kickoff, but the visitors managed to get back into the contest when Alphonce Msanga found the equaliser in the 32nd minute.

The first half ended with both teams level at 1-1, leaving Nigeria with work to do after the restart. However, Tolu Arokodare stepped up in the second half, scoring two goals to help the Super Eagles claim a convincing 3-1 victory in front of their home supporters.

Meanwhile, Guinea-Bissau were unable to overcome Madagascar in their own encounter, settling for a 1-1 draw. Their failure to collect three points has allowed Nigeria to close in on them in the group standings.

With the latest results, Guinea-Bissau continue to occupy first place in Group L with seven points. Nigeria are now second with six points, while Madagascar have two points in third position. Tanzania remain at the bottom with one point.

This means that only one point separates Nigeria from Guinea-Bissau, giving the Super Eagles a stronger opportunity to challenge for the leadership of the group.

The Nigerian side will now turn their attention to their upcoming fixture, hoping to maintain their winning form and eventually secure qualification for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.