~Injuries Force Last-Minute Changes as Team Begins Training in Moscow
The head coach of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, Eric Chelle, has unveiled a revised 23-man squad ahead of the highly anticipated international friendly against Russia, set for Friday, June 6, at the 78,000-capacity Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow.
According to Hobnob News Nigeria, Chelle was compelled to reshuffle his initial list due to a string of injuries and last-minute player withdrawals. The adjustments, while challenging, aim to ensure a competitive and cohesive team as Nigeria prepares to test its strength on the international stage.
The Super Eagles squad arrived in Moscow on Monday and is expected to begin full training sessions on Tuesday. The match will serve as a crucial test for Chelle’s evolving squad, with several new faces hoping to make their mark.
Full Revised Squad
Goalkeepers:
- Maduka Okoye (Udinese FC, Italy)
- Amas Obasogie (Singida Blackstars, Tanzania)
Defenders:
- Bright Osayi-Samuel (Fenerbahce SK, Turkey)
- Bruno Onyemaechi (Olympiacos FC, Greece)
- Oluwasemilogo Ajayi (West Bromwich Albion, England)
- Igoh Ogbu (SK Slavia Prague, Czech Republic)
- William Troost-Ekong (Al-Kholood FC, Saudi Arabia)
- Sodiq Ismaila (Remo Stars)
- Benjamin Fredericks (Brentford FC, England)
Midfielders:
- Saviour Isaac (Enugu Rangers)
- Raphael Onyedika (Club Brugge, Belgium)
- Fisayo Dele-Bashiru (Lazio FC, Italy)
- Chrisantus Uche (Getafe CF, Spain)
- Frank Onyeka (Augsburg FC, Germany)
- Papa Daniel Mustapha (Niger Tornadoes)
Forwards:
- Victor Boniface (Bayer Leverkusen, Germany)
- Simon Moses (FC Nantes, France)
- Tolu Arokodare (KRC Genk, Belgium)
- Olakunle Olusegun (Krasnodar FC, Russia)
The match at Luzhniki Stadium will not only provide valuable preparation for upcoming qualifiers but also offer fringe players a golden opportunity to stake their claim for future national team call-ups.
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