AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAFCON 2027 Qualifiers: Madagascar’s Barea have made a late squad change ahead of Friday’s opener in Uyo, dropping goalkeeper Zacharie Boucher after controversy over old remarks, and sending a replacement to face Nigeria; the Barea then turn to Tanzania on Sept. 29. Matchday Build-Up: Nigeria’s Super Eagles are pushing for a strong start under coach Éric Chelle, with players and officials stressing focus and avoiding complacency after missing the 2026 World Cup; Chelle’s camp also continues without Victor Osimhen due to injury, with Taiwo Awoniyi recalled. Madagascar’s Mindset: Barea midfielder Rayan Raveloson says the team is not intimidated by Nigeria’s reputation, pointing to their 2019 AFCON upset over the Eagles. Local Impact: Beyond football, the UN says it has “real progress” on multi-hazard early warning systems but many countries still lack coverage—Madagascar is among those targeted for support on critical minerals value chains.
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