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Football team in Nigeria
The Nigeria national football team represents Nigeria in international men's football. Governed by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), they are three-time Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) winners, with their most recent title in 2013. In February 2024, the Nigerian national football team was ranked 28th in the FIFA rankings. The team has qualified for six of the last nine FIFA World Cups, missing only the 2006, 2022 and 2026 tournaments. They have reached the round of 16 on three occasions. Their first World Cup appearance was in the 1994 edition.
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African island country in the Indian Ocean
Madagascar, officially the Republic of Madagascar, is an island country in the Indian Ocean that includes the island of Madagascar and numerous smaller peripheral islands. Lying off the southeastern coast of Africa, it is the world's fourth-largest island, the second-largest island country, and the 46th-largest country overall. Its capital and largest city is Antananarivo.
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Two debutants, two goals, one dramatic comeback; and suddenly Eric Chelle has more attacking options to think about.
Nigeria have debutants George Ilenikhena and Moses Usor to thank as they come from behind to beat Madagascar 2-1 in qualifying for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle praised the mentality and determination of his players after Nigeria came from behind to defeat