Super Eagles Complete Full Squad in Uyo as Tanzania Clash Nears

The Super Eagles have completed their squad in Uyo, with all 24 invited players now in camp ahead of Friday’s important 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Tanzania.

According to reports by Vanguard and Punch on Wednesday, November 11, the remaining players have arrived, allowing head coach Eric Chelle to work with his full squad as preparations intensify.

Among the players in camp are captain Wilfred Ndidi, Ademola Lookman, Alex Iwobi, Calvin Bassey, Ola Aina, Moses Simon, Taiwo Awoniyi and Akor Adams.

Goalkeepers Stanley Nwabali, Francis Uzoho and Arthur Okonkwo are also available for the encounter.

Nigeria will welcome Tanzania to the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Friday, November 13, with kick-off scheduled for 5pm Nigerian time.

The Super Eagles need a positive result after a mixed start to their qualifying campaign. They defeated Madagascar 2-1 in their opening match but suffered a disappointing 3-0 defeat away to Guinea-Bissau.

Those results leave Nigeria with three points in Group L, behind Guinea-Bissau, who have won their first two matches.

Tanzania, meanwhile, have already secured their place at the 2027 AFCON as co-hosts alongside Kenya and Uganda.

However, the Taifa Stars will still be looking to challenge Nigeria when both teams meet in Uyo.

The two countries will also face each other in the return fixture on November 17.

With the full squad now assembled, attention turns to Eric Chelle’s team selection and the players who will start Friday’s crucial encounter.

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