Nigeria's Olympic Eagles Prepare for DR Congo Qualifiers

The Olympic Eagles of Nigeria are currently in camp in Ogun State, preparing for their two-legged encounter against the Democratic Republic of Congo as part of the 2027 U-23 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers. The team, led by head coach Éric Chelle, has 23 players and 11 officials in camp, having opened at AM2PM Hotel in Ijebu-Ode before moving training sessions to Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne.

The first training session occurred on October 27, with an initial 28 players participating. Seven players have been released to their clubs for Nigeria Premier Football League fixtures, leaving 23 available for training.

The coaching staff is conducting fitness exercises, ball work, passing drills, and tactical sessions. The Olympic Eagles played a friendly against Remo Stars, ending in a goalless draw.

The first leg against DR Congo will take place on November 13 at TP Mazembe Stadium in Lubumbashi, with the return fixture on November 17 at Remo Stars Stadium. The winner will advance to the final qualifying round of the U-23 AFCON in Egypt.