Nigeria's Super Eagles have received a boost in their quest to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations following the 1-1 draw between Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau in Group L.

The result saw both sides share the points, with Guinea-Bissau remaining top of the group on seven points. However, their failure to secure maximum points has opened up an opportunity for Nigeria to improve their position in the qualification race.

The Super Eagles must now take advantage of the situation when they face Tanzania on Friday, with victory crucial to keeping their qualification hopes firmly alive.

Nigeria will be targeting all three points against the East Africans, knowing that a positive result could significantly improve their chances of securing a place at the continental tournament.

Tanzania, one of the co-hosts of AFCON 2027 alongside Kenya and Uganda, have already secured automatic qualification as hosts. This leaves only one available qualification ticket in Group L for Nigeria, Guinea-Bissau and Madagascar to contest.

With the group race still open, the Super Eagles cannot afford another setback. Victory against Tanzania would provide Nigeria with a valuable opportunity to strengthen their campaign and put themselves in a better position ahead of the remaining fixtures.

The message is clear for Eric Chelle's men: they must make the most of Guinea-Bissau's dropped points and secure the maximum points against Tanzania.