Iwobi, Akpan Join Super Eagles Camp in Portugal
Nigeria’s preparations in Portugal have received a major boost with the arrival of midfielder Alex Iwobi and Genk defender Christian Akpan in Lisbon.
A total of 19 players travelled from Poland to Portugal as the Super Eagles continued their training programme ahead of their upcoming matches.
The squad is gradually nearing full strength, with winger Samuel Chukwueze expected to join his teammates on Friday.
However, striker Rafiu Durosinmi was given permission to attend to personal matters and did not travel with the rest of the team.
The arrival of Iwobi and Akpan gives the coaching staff more options as preparations continue in Lisbon. With Chukwueze also expected to arrive soon, the Super Eagles are close to having a full squad available for the final stage of training.
The camp in Portugal will allow the players more time to build understanding, work on tactics and improve their fitness ahead of future matches.
The Super Eagles will take on Portugal in an international friendly on 10 June 2026. The Unity Cup champions travelled to Portugal after playing out a 2-2 draw against Poland on Wednesday night.
Nigeria’s three-time African champions are using the friendly matches to prepare for the 2026 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
