The head coach of the Super Eagles, Eric Chelle, has named 23 players ahead of the crucial 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and the Benin Republic.
The Malian tactician handed a first call-up to Sevilla of Spain striker Akor Adams, with Captain Willian Troost-Ekong leading the list, while Semi Ajayi, Terem Moffi, Alhassan Yusuf, and Olakunle Olusegun all return after spells away from the national side.
Stanley Nwabali keeps his spot as the team’s first-choice goalkeeper, with Amas Obasogie and Adebayo Adeleye named as backups. The defensive lineup includes Felix Agu, Bruno Onyemaechi, Bright Osayi, Benjamin Fredrick, and Calvin Bassey.
In midfield, Alex Iwobi, Wilfred Ndidi, Frank Onyeka, and Alhassan Yusuf bring a blend of experience and dynamism to the squad.
See full squad below..
Goal Keepers
Stanley Nwabali
Amas Obasogie
Adebayo Adeleye
Defenders
Felix Agu
Bruno Onyemaechi
Bright Osayi-Samuel
Semi Ajayi
William Troost-Ekong
Calvin Bassey
Benjamin Fredrick
Midfielders
Alex Iwobi
Wilfred Ndidi
Frank Onyeka
Alhassan Yusuf
Forwards
Simon Moses
Ademola Lookman
Tolu Arokodare
Victor Osimhen
Terem Moffi
Cyriel Dessers
Samuel Chukwueze
Akor Adams
Ola Olusegun
