Nigeria’s Super Eagles have received a boost in their bid to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations following Guinea-Bissau’s 1-1 draw with Madagascar in a Group L encounter on Thursday night.
Guinea-Bissau had taken firm control of the group after handing the Super Eagles a 3-0 defeat in their Matchday Two fixture last month.
However, the Djurtus were unable to secure all three points against Madagascar, needing a late equaliser to avoid defeat.
Warren Caddy put Madagascar ahead a minute before the hour mark, but Galatasaray forward Renato Nhaga restored parity for Guinea-Bissau six minutes from time.
The result leaves Guinea-Bissau at the top of Group L with seven points from three matches, while Madagascar occupy third position with two points from the same number of games.
The draw presents Nigeria with an opportunity to close the gap at the top of the group when they take on Tanzania’s Taifa Stars in Uyo on Friday.
A victory for the Super Eagles would strengthen their position in the race for qualification and keep their hopes of securing a place at the 2027 AFCON firmly alive.
AFCON 2027Q: Super Eagles get boost as Guinea-Bissau drop points against Madagascar