The Taifa Stars of Tanzania have touched down in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, ahead of their crucial matchday three encounter against Nigeria's Super Eagles in the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
The early journey into the country is designed to provide head coach Miguel Gamondi adequate time for team acclimatization and tactical fine-tuning ahead of the upcoming fixture. Gamondi has put together a robust 24-player squad for the demanding double-header, perfectly balancing his selection with 12 domestic league players and 12 professionals plying their trade abroad.
When and where is the first leg taking place?
Nigeria will welcome the Taifa Stars for the opening leg encounter at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium situated in Uyo on Friday, November 13. Following this initial showdown, both national teams will travel to East Africa for the reverse fixture.
What is the schedule for the second leg?
Four days after their initial encounter in Nigeria, both squads will meet again for the matchday four showdown scheduled to hold in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. These back-to-back fixtures are expected to significantly shape the qualification standings in the group as both countries vie for a spot in the continental tournament.