Osimhen Returns to Super Eagles for AFCON Qualifiers

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle will make three changes to his squad for Nigeria's two-legged 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Tanzania. Victor Osimhen, who missed previous qualifiers due to a right adductor and groin strain sustained during a match against İstanbul Başakşehir in early September, is set to return.

He resumed playing on October 9, 2026, contributing an assist in Galatasaray's 3-1 victory over Kasımpaşa. Kelechi Iheanacho, who scored in Nigeria's recent 3-3 draw against Russia, is also back in the squad, alongside Abdullahi Bewene, a defender from Banik Ostrava, who earned his place after strong performances in friendlies.

Nigeria currently sits second in Group L after a 3-0 defeat to Madagascar, needing maximum points against Tanzania to secure a chance for automatic qualification, as Tanzania has already qualified as a co-host.