Madagascar names 25-man squad for Nigeria

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Madagascar have unveiled their final 25-man squad for their opening fixture of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign against Nigeria, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

The Barea had earlier announced a provisional list of 55 players as the head coach and his technical team began preparations for the qualifiers.

Following the completion of the selection process, the squad has now been reduced to 25 players who will be available for the highly anticipated encounter with the Super Eagles.

Madagascar are expected to start their qualifying campaign strongly as they seek maximum points against Nigeria.

The 25 players selected will now constitute the core of the Barea squad as preparations intensify ahead of the AFCON 2027 qualifier.

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