Chelle Unveils 31-Man Provisional Squad For September World Cup Qualifiers
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has unveiled a 31-man provisional squad for the September World Cup qualifiers, including star players like Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman. The squad features a mix of fresh talent from overseas and the home league, with notable inclusions like Igoh Ogbu and Tolu Arokodare.
The team will face Rwanda on September 9 at home before traveling to South Africa three days later. Nigeria currently sits fourth in Group C, making these fixtures crucial for their qualification bid.
Chelle's selection highlights his intention to blend experience with potential, with Osimhen and Lookman leading the attack and Ndidi and Iwobi anchoring the midfield. The final squad of 23 players is expected to be announced soon, with Chelle aiming to deliver decisive results in the tight qualifying schedule.
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