The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign continued on Friday, with Nigeria, Morocco and Mali recording victories, while Senegal were held to a draw by Mozambique.
Nigeria came from behind to defeat Madagascar 2-1 at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.
Ehsan Kari gave Madagascar the lead in the 16th minute before George Ilenikhena equalised for the Super Eagles. Moses Usor subsequently scored the winning goal to complete Nigeria’s comeback.
Morocco also secured maximum points with a 2-0 home victory over Gabon.
Noussair Mazraoui opened the scoring in the 36th minute before Soufiane Rahimi doubled Morocco’s advantage in the 84th minute.
Elsewhere, Mali defeated Cape Verde 3-1, while Mozambique and Senegal shared the points following a 1-1 draw.
Friday’s AFCON 2027 Qualifying Results
- Nigeria 2-1 Madagascar
- Morocco 2-0 Gabon
- Mali 3-1 Cape Verde
- Mozambique 1-1 Senegal
