Super Eagles Predicted 23-Man Squad for World Cup Qualifiers in March
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is expected to officially unveil the 23-man squad selected by head coach Éric Chelle for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe this week. Chelle, who will be taking charge of the Super Eagles for the first time, had initially sent out provisional invitations to 35 players before trimming the list down to 23. With just two weeks left before the crucial clash in Kigali, here’s SportsRations’ Nsikakabasi Akpan’s prediction for the final squad.
Super Eagles’ Predicted 23-Man Squad:
Goalkeepers:
- Stanley Nwabali
- Ani Ozomena
- Amas Obasogie
Defenders:
- Calvin Bassey
- Nduka Junior
- William Troost-Ekong
- Bruno Onyemaechi
- Ola Aina
- Bright Osayi-Samuel
Midfielders:
- Joe Aribo
- Alex Iwobi
- Fisayo Dele-Bashiru
- Wilfred Ndidi
- Uche Chrisantus
- Frank Onyeka
- Raphael Onyedika
Forwards
- Moses Simon
- Samuel Chukwueze
- Nathan Tella
- Ademola Lookman
- Victor Osimhen
- Victor Boniface
- Gift Orban
The Importance of the March Fixtures
The upcoming qualifiers are key for the Super Eagles as they aim to secure their spot in the 2026 World Cup. With Rwanda and Zimbabwe standing as tough opponents, the right squad selection will be crucial. The Super Eagles are keen to bounce back from a less-than-ideal run in recent qualifiers, and with a new coach at the helm, there is a sense of optimism surrounding the team’s potential.
The first match will take place against Rwanda on March 21 at Amahoro Stadium in Kigali, followed by a home encounter with Zimbabwe on March 25 at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo. Fans will be hoping that Chelle’s final squad will rise to the occasion and put Nigeria on course for a successful World Cup campaign.
Over to you Eric Chelle.
