Eric Chelle Prepares Super Eagles for Madagascar Clash
The Super Eagles of Nigeria, under the guidance of head coach Eric Chelle, are set to kick off their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign against Madagascar in Uyo on Friday. The team will be without striker Victor Osimhen, who has withdrawn due to a muscle injury.
Taiwo Awoniyi has been called up to replace him, adding to Chelle's selection dilemmas in attack. Arthur Okonkwo, receiving his first senior call-up, is vying for a starting position in goal against Stanley Nwabali and Maduka Okoye.
A potential starting XI includes Nwabali in goal, with defenders Ola Aina, Oluwasemilogo Ajayi, Calvin Bassey, and Bruno Onyemaechi. The midfield is expected to feature Wilfred Ndidi, Frank Onyeka, and Alex Iwobi, while Moses Simon, Akor Adams, and Ademola Lookman are likely to lead the attack.
With Osimhen's absence, Tolu Arokodare and Awoniyi are considered for the central striking role.
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