
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has released the Super Eagles squad list for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers, set to be played this month. Nigeria, coached by Augustine Eguavoen, will face Benin and Rwanda on the 14th and 18th of November 2024, respectively.
Goalkeepers:
• Stanley Nwabili
• Maduka Okoye
• Amas Obasogie
Defenders:
• Bright Osayi-Samuel
• Calvin Bassey
• William Ekong
• Ola Aina
• Bruno Onyemaechi
• Gabriel Osho
• Victor Collins
Midfielders:
• Alex Iwobi
• Frank Onyeka
• Alhassan Yusuf
• Wilfred Ndidi
• Fisayo Dele-Bashiru
• Raphael Onyedika
Forwards:
• Ademola Lookman
• Samuel Chukwueze
• Victor Osimhen
• Moses Simon
• Kelechi Iheanacho
• Victor Boniface
• Umar Sadiq
With the return of some key players like Victor Osimhen, Alex Iwobi, and Samuel Chukwueze, Nigeria aims to secure maximum points in these matches and strengthen their position in the qualifiers. Coach Augustine Eguavoen expressed confidence in the team, emphasizing their readiness and determination.
The games will be crucial as Nigeria seeks to secure a spot in the next AFCON tournament and continue their impressive form on the continental stage. Fans are eagerly awaiting the performances of top players like Osimhen and Iheanacho, who have been in excellent form at their respective clubs.