Akor Adams calls for unity as Nigeria begin CAN 2027 qualifying campaign

Akor Adams has urged Nigeria’s supporters to remain optimistic as the Super Eagles prepare to open their CAN 2027 qualifying campaign against Madagascar on Friday, 25 September.

The FC Venise striker told Footy-Africa that the mood within the squad is positive and that the team is ready to begin a new qualification campaign.

Nigeria’s opening fixture will be played at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. The Super Eagles will then travel to face Guinea-Bissau in their next match.

Adams is also looking to help Nigeria turn the page after a disappointing period for the national team. The Super Eagles finished third at the most recent CAN in Morocco, but that achievement was followed by their failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.

The striker believes the focus must now shift towards the future and has called on supporters to put those frustrations behind them while continuing to back the team.

Nigeria’s immediate target is to take six points from the international window. Adams said he intends to contribute directly to the team’s results and outlined three ambitions for the period, although the details of those ambitions were not included in the supplied interview report.

The match against Madagascar will be Nigeria’s first of the CAN 2027 qualifying campaign. Adams wants the public to accompany the Super Eagles as they begin their latest attempt to reach the continental tournament.

The pre-match odds cited for the fixture place Nigeria at 1.15 to win, with a draw priced at 4.40 and a Madagascar victory at 10.50.