Chelle squad for Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau games

Author: Mike OyebolaPublished on: September 17, 2026Country: Nigeria

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Chelle squad for Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau games

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has named a 24-man squad for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixtures against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau. Regulars such as captain Wilfred Ndidi and forward Victor Osimhen are included, along with goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali and defender Isaac James, who are joining the team for the first time. The first match will take place at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on September 25.

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