Super Eagles Train in Uyo; Okoye to Join Before Match
The Super Eagles conducted their first training session in Uyo ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau. Notably, goalkeeper Maduka Okoye was absent, as he was granted permission to attend to family and personal matters, with an expected arrival in camp on Thursday, September 24.
The training session, led by Head Coach Eric Chelle, included 23 invited players, with notable arrivals such as Captain Wilfred Ndidi and winger Samuel Chukwueze. The team will train behind closed doors, with limited media access for interviews.
Nigeria's opening match against Madagascar is scheduled for September 25 at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, followed by a match against Guinea-Bissau on September 29. Victor Osimhen will not participate in the first match due to a muscle tear, raising doubts about his availability for the second match.
The competition is crucial as Nigeria, Madagascar, and Guinea-Bissau vie for a single qualification spot from Group L.
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