In a highly anticipated announcement, Super Eagles coach, Jose Peseiro, has officially revealed the 25-man squad that will represent Nigeria in the upcoming 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) hosted in Cote d’Ivoire. The unveiling took place on Friday through the Super Eagles’ official X handle, providing football enthusiasts with a glimpse of the team set to compete in one of Africa’s most prestigious football tournaments.
The squad is meticulously composed, comprising three goalkeepers, nine defenders, five midfielders, and eight forwards, reflecting a strategic balance across all positions. Here is the comprehensive list of players selected to don the Super Eagles jersey:
Goalkeepers:
- Stanley Nwabili
- Francis Uzoho
- Leke Ojo
Defenders:
- William Troost-Ekong
- Bright Osayi Samuel
- Ola Aina
- Zaidu Sanusi
- Bruno Onyemaechi
- Semi Ajayi
- Calvin Bassey
- Chidozie Awaziem
- Kenneth Omeruo
Midfielders:
- Wilfred Ndidi
- Joe Aribo
- Raphael Onyedika
- Frank Onyeka
- Alex Iwobi
Forwards:
- Kelechi Iheanacho
- Samuel Chukwueze
- Moses Simon
- Ademola Lookman
- Victor Osimhen
- Victor Boniface
- Ahmed Musa
- Sadiq Umar
Head Coach:
Jose Peseiro
The eagerly awaited 2023 AFCON finals are scheduled to take place from January 13 to February 11, 2024. Super Eagles find themselves in Group A alongside hosts Cote d’Ivoire, Equatorial Guinea, and Guinea Bissau. The first match for the Jose Peseiro-led squad will kick off against Equatorial Guinea at the Alssanne Quattara Stadium, Ebimpe, Abidjan, on Sunday, January 14.
Football enthusiasts and supporters of the Super Eagles can now look forward to an exciting tournament as the team prepares to showcase their skills and determination on the continental stage.
Source: Vanguard News
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