Nigeria’s Super Eagles Head Coach, Eric Chelle, has unveiled his 23-man squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Rwanda and Zimbabwe.
Cyber Reporters reports that the team features a mix of seasoned internationals and emerging talents, all geared towards securing Nigeria’s spot in the World Cup.
The squad boasts goalkeepers Stanley Nwabali from Chippa United and Kayode Bankole of Remo Stars, both of whom have impressed in their respective leagues.
The defense is anchored by experienced players like William Ekong, Calvin Bassey, and Olaoluwa Aina, alongside Bruno Onyemaechi, Bright Osayi-Samuel, and Igoh Ogbu, who bring diverse experiences to the table.
The midfield is reinforced by prominent talents such as Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi, Raphael Onyedika, Alhassan Yusuf Abdullahi, and Joseph Ayodele-Aribo, who add depth and creativity to the team.
Notably, home-based midfielder Papa Daniel Mustapha of Niger Tornadoes has also made the cut, reflecting Chelle’s commitment to nurturing local talent.
The attacking front is spearheaded by Victor Osimhen, Samuel Chukwueze, Ademola Lookman, Victor Boniface, Simon Moses, Sadiq Umar, and Tolu Arokodare, all of whom are pivotal in their respective clubs’ attacking strategies.
The Super Eagles face a crucial match against group C leaders Rwanda on March 21 in Kigali, followed by a home game against Zimbabwe at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo on March 25.
With these matches, Nigeria aims to secure vital points and enhance their chances of qualifying for the World Cup.
List Of 23 Super Eagles For Rwanda, Zimbabwe Games
Goalkeepers:
– Stanley Nwabali (Chippa United, South Africa)
– Amas Obasogie (Singida Blackstars, Tanzania)
– Kayode Bankole (Remo Stars)
Defenders:
– William Ekong (Al-Kholood FC, Saudi Arabia)
– Bright Osayi-Samuel (Fenerbahce SK, Turkey)
– Bruno Onyemaechi (Olympiacos FC, Greece)
– Calvin Bassey (Fulham FC, England)
– Olaoluwa Aina (Nottingham Forest, England)
– Igoh Ogbu (SK Slavia Prague, Czech Republic)
Midfielders:
– Wilfred Ndidi (Leicester City, England)
– Raphael Onyedika (Club Brugge, Belgium)
– Alhassan Yusuf Abdullahi (New England Revolution, USA)
– Alex Iwobi (Fulham FC, England)
– Joseph Ayodele-Aribo (Southampton FC, England)
– Papa Daniel Mustapha (Niger Tornadoes)
Forwards:
– Samuel Chukwueze (AC Milan, Italy)
– Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray FC, Turkey)
– Ademola Lookman (Atalanta FC, Italy)
– Victor Boniface (Bayer Leverkusen, Germany)
– Simon Moses (FC Nantes, France)
– Sadiq Umar (Valencia FC, Spain)
– Nathan Tella (Bayer Leverkusen, Germany)
– Tolu Arokodare (KRC Genk, Belgium)
