Nigeria’s Super Sand Eagles will face Ghana’s Black Sharks in a decisive second-leg encounter on Sunday at Keta Emancipation Beach, Ghana, with qualification for the 2026 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations (BSAFCON) in Senegal at stake.

The West African rivals played out an entertaining 3-3 draw in the first leg at Murtala Muhammed Square Beach Pitch in Kaduna on Saturday, leaving the qualification battle finely poised ahead of the return fixture.

Both teams will be aiming to secure the result needed to book their places at the continental tournament, with the outcome of Sunday’s encounter determining which nation progresses.

Ghana vs Nigeria: Match Preview

Nigeria will head into the return leg encouraged by their recent record against Ghana, having avoided defeat in their last four meetings with the Black Sharks.

The Super Sand Eagles won three of those encounters, while Saturday’s 3-3 draw was the only match in that run in which Nigeria failed to secure victory.

However, Ghana will take confidence from their participation in the previous edition of the Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations, while Nigeria are returning to competitive action for the first time since 2024.

The difference in recent competitive experience could be a factor as both sides prepare for another demanding contest on the sand.

With the first leg ending in a draw, Nigeria will need to maintain their attacking threat while remaining defensively disciplined against a Ghanaian side determined to make home advantage count.

Ghana vs Nigeria: Kick-off Time and Venue

Match: Ghana vs Nigeria

Competition: 2026 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers, second leg

Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026

Kick-off: 3:00 p.m. Nigerian time (2:00 p.m. GMT)

Venue: Keta Emancipation Beach, Ghana

First-leg result: Nigeria 3-3 Ghana

How to Watch Ghana vs Nigeria

Fans can follow the second-leg encounter through Max TV Ghana’s online broadcast and digital platforms.

The Ghana Football Association’s official platforms may also provide match coverage and updates.

Supporters are advised to check the broadcasters’ official channels for confirmation of the live stream before kick-off.

Probable Line-ups

Both teams could make changes to their squads for the decisive encounter, with Nigeria expected to drop three to five players from the team that featured in the first leg. Ghana could also introduce players from their 15-man travelling squad.

Nigeria: Probable Line-up

Goalkeepers

1. Godwin Tale

2. Nuhu Aiki Noma

Outfield players

2. Emmanuel Ohwoferia

3. Clement Eganosi

4. Taiwo Adams

5. Umar Sadiq

6. Victor Tale (Captain)

7. Hassan Abdullahi

8. Ekene Obi

9. Isa Hamza Manga

10. Dozie Frank

11. Hassan Abubakar

Ghana: Probable Line-up

Goalkeepers

1. Robert Nyadedzor

2. Daniel Kudodah

Outfield players

2. Joseph Awunisie

3. Precious Torgbor

4. Kini Ticor

5. Rueben Larli Semabia

6. Johnson Nyadedzor

7. Richard Osa (Captain)

8. Mawuli Sosu

9. Wise Nyamadi

10. Alexander Adjei

11. Hope Atadeka

Note: These are projected squad selections, not confirmed starting line-ups. Final team selections will be announced before kick-off.

What Is at Stake?

Sunday’s encounter represents a crucial opportunity for both nations to secure qualification for the 2026 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations in Senegal.

Following the 3-3 draw in Kaduna, the tie remains level. If the aggregate score is still tied after normal time in the second leg, extra time and, if necessary, a penalty shootout will determine the winner.

Nigeria will be looking to extend their unbeaten run against Ghana and return to Africa’s premier beach soccer competition, while the Black Sharks will aim to use home advantage to secure qualification.

With a place at the continental finals on the line, the second leg promises another competitive meeting between two familiar West African rivals.