Super Eagles Prepare for Russia Friendly with 19 Players
Nineteen players are currently in the Super Eagles camp in Nizhny Novgorod as they prepare for an international friendly against Russia scheduled for October 10. Ibrahim Ajasa, a late invitee from Russian club FC Rostov, arrived on October 5, bringing the total number of available players to 19.
The Super Eagles face challenges due to injuries and club-related issues affecting head coach Éric Chelle's options. Captain Wilfred Ndidi and defender Victor Akpe from Basel are unavailable due to injuries.
Additionally, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Raphael Onyedika, and Ridwan Abdulrasaq Popoola were denied permission by their clubs to travel. Moses Usor, who recently debuted against Madagascar, will also miss the match as LASK FC did not release him.
Suleiman Mubarak from Slavia Prague could not secure a residence permit to travel. The Super Eagles will conduct their final training session on the night of October 9 before the match at Nizhny Novgorod Stadium.
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