- Osimhen, Lookman out as Chelle unveils fresh Super Eagles squad.
- NPFL stars join foreign pros for Unity Cup, Russia friendly.
- Big names dropped, surprises rise in new Eagles lineup.
In a surprising twist, The Super Eagles’ head coach, Eric Chelle has omitted Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman as he reveals two distinct lineups for Nigeria’s upcoming Unity Cup tournament and a high-profile friendly against Russia, marking a bold Super Eagles squad announcement.
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Absences and Returns
Missing Names: Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman will not feature in the Unity Cup (May 26–31) or the June 6 friendly in Moscow as part of this Super Eagles squad announcement.
Homecoming Players: Goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, midfielders Frank Onyeka and Kelechi Iheanacho, and captain Ahmed Musa all make a return, completing this Super Eagles squad announcement.
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Chelle says this selection offers a chance to test fresh talent and tactics, helping to solidify the squad ahead of qualifiers in September and October as highlighted in this Super Eagles squad announcement.
Unity Cup Squad Breakdown
Chelle’s 25-player roster for the Unity Cup in London brings together overseas professionals and NPFL standouts as part of the Super Eagles squad announcement:
Goalkeepers
Stanley Nwabali (Chippa United)
Maduka Okoye (Udinese)
Amas Obasogie (Singida Blackstars)
Defenders
Bruno Onyemaechi (Olympiacos)
Semi Ajayi (West Bromwich)
Igoh Ogbu (Slavia Prague)
Junior Harrison Nduka (Remo Stars)
Ifeanyi Onyebuchi (Enugu Rangers)
Sodiq Ismaila (Remo Stars)
Waliu Ojetoye (Ikorodu City)
Midfielders
Wilfred Ndidi (Leicester City)
Frank Onyeka (Augsburg)
Chrisantus Uche (Getafe)
Papa Daniel Mustapha (Niger Tornadoes)
Saviour Isaac (Enugu Rangers)
Collins Ugwueze (Enugu Rangers)
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Forwards
Moses Simon (FC Nantes)
Samuel Chukwueze (AC Milan)
Kelechi Iheanacho (Middlesbrough)
Nathan Tella (Bayer Leverkusen)
Cyriel Dessers (Rangers)
Tolu Arokodare (Genk)
Sikiru Alimi (Remo Stars)
Ahmed Musa (Kano Pillars)
Adamu Abubakar (Plateau United)
Training Invitee: Felix Agu (Werder Bremen)
Russia Friendly Squad
For the June 6 friendly at Moscow’s prestigious Luzhniki Stadium, Chelle narrows down to 21 players, blending experience and emerging talent in this Super Eagles squad announcement:
Defensive Leaders: William Troost-Ekong (Al-Kholood), Olaoluwa Aina (Nottingham Forest), Bright Osayi-Samuel (Fenerbahçe)
Midfield Stalwarts: Wilfred Ndidi, Frank Onyeka, Raphael Onyedika (Club Brugge), Fisayo Dele-Bashiru (Lazio)
Attacking Duo: Victor Boniface (Bayer Leverkusen), Sadiq Umar (Valencia)
Supporting Cast: Samuel Chukwueze, Moses Simon, Kelechi Iheanacho, Nathan Tella, Tolu Arokodare as part of this Super Eagles squad announcement.
What This Means for Fans
With Nigeria taking on Ghana on May 28 to kick off the Unity Cup and a landmark senior meeting with Russia on June 6, fans can expect a mix of fresh faces and seasoned pros.
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