Eric Chelle announces U23 squad for Congo qualifiers

Eric Chelle, the coach of the Super Eagles, has announced a 23-man squad for Nigeria's U23 team as they prepare for important qualifying matches against the Democratic Republic of Congo for the Africa U23 Cup of Nations. This tournament is crucial as it will determine Africa's representatives for the men's football event at the 2028 Olympic Games.

The squad includes notable players such as midfielder Daniel Daga, who has made a name for himself in Norway with Molde, and teenage attacker Abdulmuiz Adeleke, recognized as a promising talent in Nigerian youth football. Goalkeeper Michael Atata, who has been previously invited to the senior national team, will compete for a starting position with Samuel James from SJK FC in Finland and Clinton Andy from Rivers United.

The first leg of the qualifying tie is set for 13 November at the Stade TP Mazembe in Lubumbashi, with the return leg scheduled for four days later at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne-Remo.