Akor Adams is expected to lead the Super Eagles’ attack against Madagascar in Friday’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier, with Victor Osimhen ruled out through injury.
The Venezia striker is reportedly favored ahead of Tolu Arokodare, George Ilenikhena, Taiwo Awoniyi, and Moses Usor for the Group L clash.
Adams, 26, has scored six goals in 15 appearances for Nigeria since making his international debut against Lesotho in October 2025. He was also part of the squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.
Osimhen was ruled out of Nigeria’s opening two AFCON 2027 qualifiers after failing to recover from a muscle injury sustained while playing for Galatasaray.
Nigeria will face Madagascar at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Friday, September 25. The Group L fixture is scheduled to kick off at 5pm Nigerian time.
Nigeria will then travel to Guinea-Bissau for their second qualifier on September 29.
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