Super Eagles Assemble for 2027 AFCON Qualifiers Camp

The Super Eagles have commenced preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers with 20 players arriving at their camp in Ikot Ikpene, Akwa Ibom. Among the players are notable names such as Alex Iwobi, Ademola Lookman, and Calvin Bassey.

The full list includes Simon Moses, Akor Adams, Taiwo Awoniyi, Isaac James, Emmanuel Fernandez, Benjamin Fredericks, Moses Uzor, George Ilenikhena, Arthur Okonkwo, Semi Ajayi, Ola Aina, Bright Osayi-Samuel, and Chibuike Nwaiwu. The Super Eagles Media Officer, Promise Efoghe, announced that Wilfred Ndidi, Samuel Chukwueze, and goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali are expected to join the camp later.

The team's first match in the qualifiers is scheduled against Madagascar in Uyo on September 25, followed by a match against Guinea-Bissau on September 29. Additionally, Nigeria will play an international friendly against Russia on October 6.

The first training session is set for today, with media access to the opening 15 minutes.