AFCON 2027: Tanzania Jet Out To Nigeria Without Injured Mzize, Job
Yanga Duo Miss Taifa Stars’ Qualifying Double-Header Against Super Eagles
Tanzania have jetted out to Nigeria without Young Africans duo Clement Mzize and Dickson Job, who have been ruled out of the Taifa Stars squad through injuries ahead of their two 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against the Super Eagles.
The Tanzania Football Federation (TFF) approved a request from Yanga for both players to remain at the club to continue their treatment rather than travel with the national team.
Head coach Miguel Gamondi will consequently have fewer options for the double-header, although the absence of the two players is not considered a major setback, as both have only recently returned from injury.
Tanzania will face Nigeria in Uyo on November 13 before the two sides meet again in Zanzibar on November 17.
The encounters will provide Gamondi with an opportunity to assess his squad depth, improve consistency and build a stronger team ahead of the 2027 AFCON finals, which Tanzania will co-host with Kenya and Uganda.
The Taifa Stars have already secured automatic qualification for the tournament as one of the three co-hosts, meaning their remaining Group L fixtures will also serve as preparation for the continental showpiece.
After two rounds of qualifying matches, Guinea-Bissau lead Group L with six points, while Nigeria occupy second place with three points. Madagascar and Tanzania are third and fourth respectively, with one point each.
Nigeria will be particularly keen to collect maximum points from the double-header after their 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau left them three points behind the group leaders.
