Super Eagles Begin Training for AFCON Qualifiers in Uyo
The Super Eagles officially began preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers with their first training session in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom State, scheduled for September 22. Media Official Promise Efoghe confirmed that all invited players would arrive at the Uyo camp for this session.
The first 15 minutes will be open for press interviews, with further access to players on September 23. Head Coach Eric Chelle and his staff arrived in Uyo on September 21 to prepare for the opening match against Madagascar on September 25 at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, followed by a match against Guinea-Bissau on September 29.
Notably, Victor Osimhen will miss the first match due to a muscle tear, and Taiwo Awoniyi has been named as his late substitute.
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