Super Eagles Unveil Star-Studded Squad for Pivotal World Cup Qualifiers
In a much-awaited announcement, head coach Éric Sékou Chelle of the Super Eagles has disclosed the lineup of 23 players who will represent Nigeria in the crucial qualifying matches against Rwanda and Zimbabwe for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. This meticulously chosen squad, featuring a blend of experienced athletes and fresh faces, is poised to deliver thrilling performances in the Group C fixtures.
Goalkeeping Talent Trio the goalkeeping department will be anchored by Stanley Nwabali, who plays for Chippa United in South Africa. He will be joined by Kayode Bankole of Remo Stars and Amas Obasogie from Singida Blackstars in Tanzania to form a strong foundation.
Defensive Strength the defense line is bolstered by a proficient team of skilled defenders, spearheaded by William Ekong, who currently plays for Al-Kholood FC in Saudi Arabia, and Bright Osayi-Samuel from Turkey’s Fenerbahce SK. Supporting them will be Bruno Onyemaechi, who plays for Olympiacos FC, alongside Calvin Bassey from Fulham FC, Olaoluwa Aina from England, and Igoh Ogbu, who plays for SK Slavia Prague in the Czech Republic.
The midfield will be orchestrated by standout players like Wilfred Ndidi of Leicester City, Raphael Onyedika from Club Brugge in Belgium, and Alhassan Yusuf Abdullahi of the New England Revolution in America. Other key contributors in the midfield include Alex Iwobi from Fulham FC, Joseph Ayodele-Aribo from Southampton FC, and Papa Daniel Mustapha from Niger Tornadoes.
The forward line is packed with speed, skill, and a remarkable talent for scoring, featuring Samuel Chukwueze from AC Milan in Italy, Victor Osimhen from Galatasaray FC in Turkey, and Ademola Lookman from Atalanta FC in Italy. Complementing this formidable attack are Victor Boniface from Bayer Leverkusen in Germany, Simon Moses from FC Nantes in France, Sadiq Umar from Valencia FC in Spain, Nathan Tella from Bayer Leverkusen in Germany, and Tolu Arokodare from KRC Genk in Belgium.
The Super Eagles are set to face Rwanda, the leaders of Group C, on March 21 in Kigali, with a return match against Zimbabwe’s Warriors scheduled for March 25 at Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. With a star-studded lineup, the team is eager to make a notable impact in the World Cup qualifiers. The players are committed to showcasing their talents and improving their chances for a place in the esteemed tournament. Fans are excitedly looking forward to these games, hoping to see a stunning display of skill and teamwork that will lead the Super Eagles to triumph.
