Super Eagles head coach, Eric Sékou Chelle, has released his 28-man squad for the 35th Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), kicking off in Morocco in just ten days. The list features a mix of seasoned internationals and exciting new talents.
Despite recent injury concerns, first-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali makes the squad, as does star striker Victor Osimhen. The Franco-Malian coach blends experience with emerging quality across all departments.
In defence, key figures such as Calvin Bassey, Semi Ajayi, Zaidu Sanusi, Chidozie Awaziem, and Bright Osayi-Samuel return. The midfield is anchored by Wilfred Ndidi, Frank Onyeka, Raphael Onyedika, and Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, while the attack boasts the firepower of Ademola Lookman, Samuel Chukwueze, and Osimhen.
There are notable returns for goalkeeper Francis Uzoho, defender Igoh Ogbu, and striker Paul Onuachu. Fresh faces include England-based Ryan Alebiosu, midfielders Usman Muhammed, Ebenezer Akinsanmiro, Tochukwu Nnadi, and Croatia-based forward Salim Fago Lawal.
The Super Eagles will face Egypt in a friendly at Cairo Stadium on Tuesday, December 16, before heading to Fès base of their Group C campaign.
Nigeria opens its AFCON journey against Tanzania on December 23, followed by group games against Tunisia on December 27 and Uganda on December 30.
FULL 28-MAN SQUAD FOR AFCON
Goalkeepers:
Stanley Nwabali (Chippa United, South Africa); Amas Obasogie (Singida Blackstars, Tanzania); Francis Uzoho (Omonia FC, Cyprus)
Defenders:
Calvin Bassey (Fulham, England); Semi Ajayi (Hull City, England); Bright Osayi-Samuel (Birmingham City, England); Bruno Onyemaechi (Olympiakos, Greece); Chidozie Awaziem (Nantes, France); Zaidu Sanusi (FC Porto, Portugal); Igoh Ogbu (Slavia Prague, Czech Republic); Ryan Alebiosu (Blackburn Rovers, England)
Midfielders:
Alex Iwobi (Fulham, England); Frank Onyeka (Brentford, England); Wilfred Ndidi (Besiktas, Turkey); Raphael Onyedika (Club Brugge, Belgium); Tochukwu Nnadi (Zulte Waregem, Belgium); Fisayo Dele-Bashiru (SS Lazio, Italy); Ebenezer Akinsanmiro (Pisa SC, Italy); Usman Muhammed (Ironi Tiberias, Israel)
Forwards:
Ademola Lookman (Atalanta, Italy); Samuel Chukwueze (Fulham, England); Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray, Turkey); Moses Simon (Paris FC, France); Chidera Ejuke (Sevilla, Spain); Akor Adams (Sevilla, Spain); Paul Onuachu (Trabzonspor, Turkey); Cyriel Dessers (Panathinaikos, Greece); Salim Fago Lawal (NK Istra 1961, Croatia).
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