Eric Chelle revamps Super Eagles midfield for AFCON qualifiers

Head coach Eric Chelle of the Super Eagles has announced a revised squad for the upcoming AFCON qualifiers, making notable changes in the midfield. The Nigeria Football Federation released the list on Saturday, which excludes Franck Onyeka and Raphael Onyedika.

Instead, Chelle has invited Yusuf Alhassan and Fisayo Dele-Bashiru back into the squad, alongside Tochukwu Nnadi, Samson Tijani, and Suleiman Mubarak as midfield options. In attack, despite the absence of injured striker Victor Osimhen, the lineup remains consistent with Ademola Lookman and Moses Simon leading the front line, supported by Tolu Arokodare and Taiwo Awoniyi.

Moses Usor retains his position, while George Ilenikhena is not included due to injury. Currently, Nigeria is positioned second in Group L, trailing Guinea-Bissau by three points, and requires maximum points in their matches against Tanzania on November 13 and November 17 to enhance their chances of AFCON qualification.