Nigeria has unveiled its final 23-man squad for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification double-header against Rwanda and South Africa, with some notable inclusions and omissions.
Head coach Chelle confirmed the list on Friday, leaving out Bayer Leverkusen striker Victor Boniface, while recalling Rangers forward Cyriel Dessers to the attack.
Another major talking point is the absence of any home-based player in the selection, with all the call-ups plying their trade abroad.
Goalkeepers
Stanley Nwabali
Ojo Olorunleke Obasogie
Adebayo Adeleye
Defenders
William Troost-Ekong
Jordan Torunarigha Agu
Calvin Bassey
Bruno Onyemaechi
Bright Osayi-Samuel
Benjamin Frederick
Ola Aina
Chidozie Awaziem
Midfielders
Alex Iwobi
Wilfred Ndidi
Frank Onyeka
Raphael Onyedika
Uche Chrisantos
Dele Bashiru
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Forwards
Victor Osimhen
Samuel Chukwueze
Ademola Lookman
Moses Simon
Tolu Arokodare
Cyriel Dessers
The Super Eagles will first take on Rwanda on the 6th of September before hosting rivals South Africa on the 9th of September in matches that could prove decisive for Nigeria’s qualification hopes.