Super Eagles Announce Squad for Critical World Cup Qualification Matches

Nigeria’s senior men’s football team has confirmed its final roster for two decisive encounters in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification series. Head coach Eric Chelle has selected a 23-player squad for the upcoming fixtures against Lesotho and the Benin Republic .

The squad features a blend of established internationals and returning players. Team captain William Troost-Ekong is included alongside star striker Victor Osimhen, who returns after an injury absence . Defender Semi Ajayi and forward Terem Moffi have also been recalled to the team .

The Super Eagles currently occupy third position in Group C with 11 points, trailing both the Benin Republic and South Africa by three points . The team is scheduled to confront Lesotho on October 10 at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane . They will subsequently host the Benin Republic in Uyo on October 14 for their final group fixture .

The complete squad is as follows:

Goalkeepers
Stanley Nwabali, Amas Obasogie, Adebayo Adeleye
Defenders
William Troost-Ekong, Calvin Bassey, Semi Ajayi, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Bruno Onyemaechi, Felix Agu, Benjamin Fredrick
Midfielders
Alex Iwobi, Wilfred Ndidi, Frank Onyeka, Alhassan Yusuf
Forwards
Ademola Lookman, Samuel Chukwueze, Victor Osimhen, Moses Simon, Cyriel Dessers, Tolu Arokodare, Terem Moffi, Akor Adams, Ola Olusegun