Nigeria vs Madagascar — match summary
Africa · Africa Cup of Nations Qualifications · kick-off 25 Sept 2026 23:00
Full time · score 2-1
pPS pre-match readiness (0-100): Nigeria 48 · Madagascar 4
mPS in-play performance (0-100): Nigeria 48 · Madagascar 32
Shots on target 4-1 · corners 4-2 · possession 55-45
NextGOAL tip: Nigeria -1.75 · 2 stars
Looking back at their last meeting, Madagascar pulled off a surprise 2-0 win over Nigeria, but returning to face each other in this qualifying stage of the continental tournament, the Africa Cup of Nations, the circumstances are completely different with the hosts holding home advantage. Nigeria have shown superior attacking creativity with an average of 6 shots on target per game across their last 10 matches in all competitions, while Madagascar often find themselves defending deep and allowing opponents an average of 5.11 shots on target per game across their last 9 matches. Furthermore, the visitors recently lost confidence from a 0-4 defeat in their latest friendly. From kickoff, the first key factor to watch is how the visitors set up their defensive wall against the opening wave of attacks. If the hosts find an early breakthrough, the path will open up for them to maintain relentless pressure and seal a decisive victory.