Wed, 11 Nov 2026

 

AFCON 2027Q: Super Eagles hit full strength ahead of Tanzania showdown in Uyo
 
By: Abara Blessing Oluchi
Wed, 11 Nov 2026   ||   Nigeria,
 

The Super Eagles have completed their arrival in camp in Uyo, with all 24 invited players now available as the team intensifies preparations for Friday’s Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying encounter against Tanzania.

The Nigerian side is expected to step up its training programme ahead of the November 13 fixture, which will take place at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State.

The arrival of the remaining players has given the technical crew a full squad to work with as preparations enter a crucial phase, with the team scheduled to hold its second training session.

Key players in camp include Calvin Bassey, Ola Aina, Alex Iwobi, Wilfred Ndidi, Ademola Lookman, Moses Simon, Taiwo Awoniyi and Akor Adams.

Others are Arthur Okonkwo, Semi Ajayi, Benjamin Fredericks, Alhassan Yusuf, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Tochukwu Nnadi, Chibuike Nwaiwu, Tolu Arokodare and Francis Uzoho.

Also in camp are Stanley Nwabali, Tijani Samson, Suleiman Mubarak, Abdullahi Bewene, Moses Usor, Bruno Onyemaechi and Fisayo Dele-Bashiru.

With the entire squad now assembled, attention will shift to fine-tuning the team's tactics, building cohesion and ensuring the players are physically and mentally ready for the encounter.

The Super Eagles will be looking to capitalise on home advantage and deliver a convincing performance against Tanzania, with Nigerian fans expected to turn out in support of the national team.

 

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