Super Eagles Face Jordan in Turkey Friendly Match

The Super Eagles of Nigeria will play a friendly match against Jordan on Tuesday at 6:30 PM Nigerian time in Antalya, Turkey. This match follows Nigeria's 2-1 victory against Iran.

Head coach Eric Chell is looking to evaluate new players as the team prepares for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where they failed to secure automatic qualification. The Nigerian squad will be without key players: Calvin Bassey, Semi Ajayi, and Maduka Okoye due to personal reasons and injuries.

Bruno Onyemaechi has been granted leave following the birth of his child. Sahe Afolabi, speaking to Daily Post, emphasized that while Jordan may not be a major football nation, the friendly will serve as a good test for the Super Eagles.

Historically, Nigeria has won both previous encounters against Jordan, with a 2-0 victory in the 2004 LG Cup and a 1-0 win in a 2013 friendly match.