- Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Squad: Full List and Key Players.
- Eric Chelle’s First Super Eagles Squad: New Faces and Veteran Returns.
- Nigeria vs. Rwanda & Zimbabwe: Super Eagles Squad Breakdown & Match Dates.
Newly appointed Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has revealed his first-ever squad, selecting 35 players for Nigeria’s crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe.
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Ahmed Musa Returns as Captain; Six New Faces Included
Veteran forward Ahmed Musa makes a comeback, leading the squad alongside vice-captain William Troost-Ekong and midfield dynamo Joe Aribo.
The 47-year-old coach’s selection blends experience with youth, introducing six fresh faces to reinforce the team’s depth.
Among the home-based players earning call-ups are:
Papa Mustapha (Niger Tornadoes)
Kayode Bankole (Remo Stars)
Ifeanyi Emmanuel Onyebuchi (Enugu Rangers)
This signals the coach’s intent to recognize local league talent alongside established international stars.
Nigeria vs. Rwanda & Zimbabwe: Match Dates & Venues
The Super Eagles will battle Rwanda in Kigali on March 21, 2025, before returning home to face Zimbabwe in Nigeria on March 24, 2025.
Complete Super Eagles Squad for 2026 World Cup Qualifiers
Goalkeepers
Stanley Nwabali (Chippa United, South Africa)
Maduka Okoye (Udinese, Italy)
Amas Obasogie (Singida Black Stars, Tanzania)
Adeleye Adebayo (Enosis Neon Paralimni, Cyprus)
Kayode Bankole (Remo Stars, Nigeria)
Defenders
William Troost-Ekong (Al Khalood, Saudi Arabia)
Bright Osayi-Samuel (Fenerbahce, Turkey)
Bruno Onyemaechi (Olympiacos, Greece)
Gabriel Osho (AJ Auxerre, France)
Calvin Bassey (Fulham, England)
Ola Aina (Nottingham Forest, England)
Zaidu Sanusi (FC Porto, Portugal)
Igoh Ogbu (Slavia Prague, Czech Republic)
Jordan Torunarigha (Gent, Belgium)
Ifeanyi Onyebuchi (Enugu Rangers, Nigeria)
Midfielders
Papa Daniel Mustapha (Niger Tornadoes, Nigeria)
Wilfred Ndidi (Leicester City, England)
Raphael Onyedika (Club Brugge, Belgium)
Alhassan Yusuf Abdullahi (New England Revolution, USA)
Fisayo Dele-Bashiru (SS Lazio, Italy)
Frank Onyeka (Augsburg, Germany)
Alex Iwobi (Fulham, England)
Joseph Ayodele-Aribo (Southampton, England)
Anthony Dennis (Goztepe, Turkey)
Christantus Uche (Getafe, Spain)
Forwards
Samuel Chukwueze (AC Milan, Italy)
Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray, Turkey)
Ademola Lookman (Atalanta, Italy)
Kelechi Iheanacho (Middlesbrough, England)
Victor Boniface (Bayer Leverkusen, Germany)
Moses Simon (Nantes, France)
Sadiq Umar (Valencia, Spain)
Nathan Tella (Bayer Leverkusen, Germany)
Cyriel Dessers (Glasgow Rangers, Scotland)
Tolu Arokodare (KRC Genk, Belgium)
Chidera Ejuke (Sevilla, Spain)
Paul Onuachu (Southampton, England)
Ahmed Musa (Kano Pillars, Nigeria)
Akor Adams (Sevilla, Spain)
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Nigeria’s Position in the 2026 World Cup Qualifiers Table
Nigeria currently sits fourth in Group C of the CAF World Cup Qualifiers, with three draws and one defeat from four matches.
With upcoming matches against Rwanda and Zimbabwe, Chelle’s men will be desperate to climb the table and keep their qualification hopes alive.
What Group is Nigeria in for the World Cup Qualifiers?
Nigeria is in Group C alongside:
Rwanda
Zimbabwe
South Africa
Lesotho
Benin
Can the Super Eagles Secure a World Cup Spot?
Despite a slow start in the qualifiers, Nigeria remains a strong contender for a place in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
However, key factors will determine their fate:
Challenges & Opportunities in the Qualification Race
Tactical Adjustments: How quickly can Eric Chelle implement his strategies?
Squad Depth: Injuries could test Nigeria’s squad strength.
Rival Performances: South Africa, Benin, and others are also pushing for qualification.
Key Players to Watch
Victor Osimhen – Nigeria’s top scorer, leading the attack.
Wilfred Ndidi – Midfield anchor providing stability.
Ahmed Musa – Experienced leader and mentor for young players.
Ademola Lookman – Winger with game-changing potential.
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