AFCON 2027Q: Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau gear up to name squads for Super Eagles

Author: Mike OyebolaPublished on: September 16, 2026Country: Nigeria

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AFCON 2027Q: Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau gear up to name squads for Super Eagles

The Barea of Madagascar are set to unveil their squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture against Nigeria's Super Eagles. Head coach Corentin Martins is expected to include three new players and potentially five players from the Malagasy League. Meanwhile, Guinea-Bissau's Djurtus will also announce their squad on Thursday, September 25, ahead of hosting Nigeria on September 29.

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