Friendly: Iwobi, Akpan join Super Eagles camp in Lisbon; Chukwueze expected
Author: Mikal AttahPublished on: June 5, 2026Country: Nigeria
Sports

Nigeria's Super Eagles are preparing for a friendly against Portugal in Lisbon. Alex Iwobi and Christian Akpan arrived in camp on Thursday. Akpan, a KRC Genk defender, earned his first call-up after withdrawals. Samuel Chukwueze is expected on Friday. Forward Rafiu Durosinmi has been granted leave for personal reasons. 19 players traveled from Poland to Portugal after the friendly against Poland.
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