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AFCON 2027: Guinea-Bissau draw 1-1 with Madagascar

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Guinea-Bissau drew 1-1 with Madagascar on Thursday in the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. The result allows Nigeria to reduce its deficit in Group L, according to Daily Post Nigeria.

Guinea-Bissau drew 1-1 with Madagascar on Thursday evening in Group L of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, reducing its advantage over Nigeria in the race for qualification, Daily Post reports.

Guinea-Bissau had previously taken the lead in the group after beating Nigeria 3-0 on matchday two of the qualifiers. The result had put the Super Eagles in a more difficult position ahead of their next matches, according to Daily Post.

The result comes as Nigeria prepares for its next qualifying matches in Uyo, after 10 Super Eagles players arrived at camp on 10 November. Nigerian officials have called on the team to secure two wins against Tanzania, according to Daily Post.

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