Eight Super Eagles players, including Moses Simon and Samuel Chukwueze, arrived early in Abidjan on Monday as preparations begin for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifier against Benin Republic.
According to the News Agency of Nigeria, six other players joined the camp in Cote d’Ivoire. The early arrivals include Amas Obasogie, Raphael Onyedika, Frank Onyeka, Bruno Onyemaechi, Gabriel Osho, and Fisayo Dele-Bashiru.
The Super Eagles Media Officer confirmed that more players were expected by Tuesday, with a total of 23 players invited for the qualifiers. Among those invited are Captain William Ekong, Ademola Lookman, and Victor Osimhen, the current African Player of the Year.
The Super Eagles aim to secure maximum points in the two final qualifying games against Benin Republic and Rwanda.
The team’s camp officially opened on Monday in Abidjan, and they will play the Cheetahs of Benin Republic on Thursday at the Stade Felix-Houphouet-Boigny.
Following this game, the Super Eagles will travel to Uyo on Friday to prepare for the final match against the Amavubi of Rwanda at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium on Monday.
Currently leading Group D, the Super Eagles need just one point against Benin Republic to confirm their place in the AFCON tournament. This would take their points tally to 11, making it impossible for Rwanda to overtake them in the standings.
