Chelle Selects Yohanna and Daga for U23 Qualifiers

Eric Chelle, the coach of Nigeria's U23 national football team, has invited Brighton's young star Zadok Yohanna, former Enyimba midfielder Daniel Daga, and 21 other players to compete in the U23 AFCON qualifying matches against the Democratic Republic of Congo. Despite not playing regularly for Brighton since his transfer from AIK, Yohanna has received a call-up after previously being unable to join the national team for the Unity Cup in May due to club restrictions.

Daga returns to the national team after being cleared of sexual assault allegations in July. The squad also includes goalkeeper Michael Atata, who has been called up to the Super Eagles four times, and he will compete for the starting position with Samuel James of SJK FC and Clinton Andy.

The matches are crucial for Nigeria's bid to qualify for the finals in Egypt, where representatives for the 2028 Olympics Men's Football Tournament will be determined.