The Super Eagles of Nigeria face a critical challenge to remain in the 2024 TotalEnergies African Nations Championship (CHAN) after a 1-0 defeat to Senegal in their opening Group D match. Ranked 44th globally, Nigeria must secure a win against Sudan to keep their hopes alive in the tournament.

• Nigeria's best CHAN performance was in 2018, finishing as runners-up.
• The team, under Franco-Malian tactician Eric Sekou Chelle, qualified for CHAN 2024 by defeating Ghana 3-1 on aggregate.
• The crucial match against Sudan will be held at Zanzibar's Amaan Stadium.