All 24 players invited for Nigeria’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Tanzania have arrived in Uyo, with preparations for Friday’s important encounter now gathering momentum.
The Super Eagles held their first full squad training session on Wednesday, giving the coaching staff an opportunity to work with the entire group as they fine tune their plans for the match against the Taifa Stars.
The arrival of every invited player has allowed the technical team to focus on tactics, fitness and team coordination without having to wait for late arrivals. The encounter is considered crucial to Nigeria’s qualification campaign, as the three time African champions look to strengthen their chances of reaching the tournament.
The squad brings together experienced internationals and newer faces across the goalkeeping, defensive, midfield and attacking departments.
In goal, Stanley Nwabali, Francis Uzoho and Arthur Okonkwo are in camp. The defensive options include Calvin Bassey, Ola Aina, Semi Ajayi, Bright Osayi Samuel, Bruno Onyemaechi, Benjamin Fredericks and Chibuike Nwaiwu.
The midfield group consists of Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi, Alhassan Yusuf, Fisayo Dele Bashiru, Tochukwu Nnadi and Tijani Samson.
Nigeria’s attacking options include Ademola Lookman, Moses Simon, Taiwo Awoniyi, Tolu Arokodare, Akor Adams, Moses Usor, Suleiman Mubarak and Abdullahi Bewene.
With the full squad now available, the coaching crew will be looking to build the understanding and discipline needed to deliver a strong performance against Tanzania.
A victory on Friday would give Nigeria an important boost in the race for a place at the 2027 AFCON and provide a positive result for supporters expected to back the team in Uyo.
