Eric Chelle Adds Ibraheem Ajasa to Super Eagles Squad
Head coach Eric Chelle has made a late addition to the Super Eagles squad by including 20-year-old Ibraheem Mahfus Ajasa, a midfielder from Rostov, ahead of the international friendly against Russia. This decision comes after a series of withdrawals from the squad, including captain Wilfred Ndidi and defender Akpe Victory, who have been replaced by John Oromewo and Vince Osuji, respectively.
The Super Eagles are also missing key players such as Victor Osimhen, who is recovering from injury, and Lookman, who was rested after recent matches. In total, nine players from Chelle's preferred starting lineup are unavailable, prompting a reshaped squad for the match scheduled for 6pm Nigerian time at the Sovcombank Arena in Novgorod.
The team arrived in Russia following a disappointing 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau, making this friendly an important opportunity to regain momentum before the next round of AFCON qualifying fixtures.
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