England to Invite Nigerian Descent Players for U17 Squad Qualifiers

The English Football Association is making efforts to cap-tie two promising talents of Nigerian origin, Sam Alabi and Malik Olayiwola, by inviting them to the England U17 squad for the UEFA European U17 Championship qualifiers. Both players have represented England at youth levels but may consider playing for Nigeria in the future.

Alabi, who captains the squad, has already featured for Newcastle United's U19 and U21 sides, while Olayiwola has played for England U16 team. The decision to switch allegiances between national teams is a significant one for these young players.