Nigeria Football Federation, NFF, on Monday published the 25-man list of invited players submitted by Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro, for the country’s international friendly games against Saudi Arabia and Mozambique.
Super Eagles take on the Green Falcons of Saudi Arabia in the city of Portimão, Portugal on Friday, October 13 before squaring off with Mozambique three days later in the same city.
Peseiro recalled defenders Kenneth Omeruo and Bright Osayi-Samuel, as well as midfielder Alex Iwobi and forward Terem Moffi to the squad for this month’s international friendly matches
The quartet were absent from the team that demolished Sao Tome and Principe in last month’s 2023 AFCON qualifier in Uyo.
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Midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, of Hatayaspor FC of Turkey gets his first-ever invitation for the Super Eagles.
Peseiro is also keeping faith in goalkeepers Francis Uzoho, Adebayo Adeleye, and Olorunleke Ojo, while uncapped defender Jordan Torunnarigha gets a chance to make his mark.
The other invited players are Ola Aina, Bruno Onyemaechi, Semi Ajayi, Calvin Bassey, Jamilu Collins, Wilfred Ndidi, Raphael Onyedika, Joe Aribo, Frank Onyeka and Kelechi Iheanacho.
Samuel Chukwueze, Moses Simon, Ademola Lookman, Victor Osimhen, Victor Boniface and Taiwo Awoniyi complete the list.
These friendlies serve as crucial preparation for the Super Eagles before they enter the highly anticipated 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches.
The players are all expected to arrive in Faro, Portugal on Tuesday, 10th October.
NFF Realise 25-Man List For Super Eagles Friendlies
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