Super Eagles head coach, Eric Sekou Chelle, has released the Eagles’ starting 11 for the all-important World Cup qualifying playoff against Gabon.
Chelle made only one change from the starting eleven that won 4-0 against the Benin Republic.
The Super Eagles had only one training with the full squad after the team boycotted training on Wednesday due to unpaid bonuses.
Super Eagles en route to the Moulay El Hassan stadium for the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff, Africa Zone against Gabon. pic.twitter.com/lfV5Q73Ara
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Nwabali retains his spot in goal for the game despite the return of Maduka Okoye to the team.
In defence, Osayi-Samuel, Benjamin Frederick, Calvin Bassey, and Zaidu Sanusi will seek to stop Aubamayang and Dennis Bouanga.
Team captain William Troost-Ekong will be on the bench.
Eagles’ Starting 11 Vs Gabon: Osimhen Headlines the Attack.
In the attack, Lookman is back in the team after missing the qualifier against the Benin Republic due to suspension.
Akor Adams and Victor Osimhen lead the attack just like they have in the last two games against Lesotho and the Benin Republic.
Also, Samuel Chukwueze’s two assists against the Benin Republic give him another starting berth while Simon Moses drops out.
No changes in the midfield as Wilfred Ndidi and Alex Iwobi will line out side by side.
