The team consists of three goalkeepers, nine defenders, five midfielders, and eight forwards
Super Eagles coach Jose Peseiro has unveiled his 25-man squad for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Cote d’Ivoire.
The list was made known on the Super Eagles official X handle on Friday.
Peseiro’s selection for the goalkeeping department reflects a blend of experience and emerging talent. The three goalkeepers chosen to guard the Super Eagles’ net are expected to play a crucial role in Nigeria’s AFCON campaign. With seasoned campaigners and promising newcomers, the goalkeeping trio is poised to provide a solid foundation for the team’s defensive efforts.
A solid defense is often the backbone of a successful football team, and Peseiro seems to have meticulously chosen a defensive lineup that combines resilience and versatility. The inclusion of nine defenders suggests a strategic approach to counter the varied challenges posed by opponents in the AFCON tournament. From stalwart center-backs to nimble full-backs, the defensive unit aims to thwart opposition attacks and provide a platform for the team to build upon.
The midfield is the engine room of any football team, dictating the pace and flow of the game. Peseiro’s selection of five midfielders indicates a desire for a well-balanced and dynamic midfield presence. The chosen players are expected to contribute both defensively and offensively, linking the defensive and attacking units seamlessly. The midfield maestros will play a pivotal role in controlling possession, creating goal-scoring opportunities, and disrupting the rhythm of the opposition.
The team consists of three goalkeepers, nine defenders, five midfielders, and eight forwards.
Here is the full list:
Goalkeepers
Stanley Nwabili
Francis Uzoho
Leke Ojo
Defenders
William Troost-Ekong
Bright Osayi Samuel
Ola Aina
Zaidu Sanusi
Bruno Onyemaechi
Semi Ajayi
Calvin Bassey
Chidozie Awaziem
Kenneth Omeruo
Midfielders
Wilfred Ndidi
Joe Aribo
Raphael Onyedika
Frank Onyeka
Alex Iwobi
Forwards
Kelechi Iheanacho
Samuel Chukwueze
Moses Simon
Ademola Lookman
Victor Osimhen
Victor Boniface
Ahmed Musa
Sadiq Umar
Head Coach
Jose Peseiro
The 2023 AFCON finals will run from January 13 to February 11, 2024.
The Super Eagles are drawn in Group A with hosts Cote d’Ivoire, Equatorial Guinea and Guinea Bissau.
The Jose Peseiro-led side will open their campaign against Equatorial Guinea at the Alssanne Quattara Stadium, Ebimpe, Abidjan, on Sunday, January 14.
