Super Eagles Complete Squad for AFCON Qualifier Against Tanzania

The Nigeria Super Eagles have finalized their squad for the upcoming AFCON 2027 qualifier against Tanzania, scheduled for Friday. The team announced the complete arrival of players on social media, stating, "The Eagles Nest is now complete!" Among the final arrivals were captain Wilfred Ndidi and first-time invitee Mubarak Suleiman.

Coach Eric Chelle's squad was initially disrupted by flight scheduling challenges, but now includes all three goalkeepers: Stanley Nwabali, Francis Uzoho, and Arthur Okonkwo. The defensive lineup features Calvin Bassey, Ola Aina, Semi Ajayi, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Bruno Onyemaechi, Benjamin Fredrick, Chibuike Nwaiwu, and Abdullahi Bewene.

In midfield, Ndidi, Alex Iwobi, Alhassan Yusuf, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, Tochukwu Nnadi, Tijani Samson, and Suleiman are available. The attacking options include Lookman, Moses Simon, Taiwo Awoniyi, Tolu Arokodare, Akor Adams, Moses Usor, and Abdullahi Bewene.

Despite the complete squad, notable absences include players recovering from injuries, leading to mixed reactions from fans regarding the selection.