Nigeria prepares to face Libya in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers and interim coach Augustine Eguavoen is expected to announce his 24-man squad soon.
With several players showcasing exceptional form for their clubs, predictions are underway.
In goal, Stanley Nwabali of Chippa United is likely to retain his position as Nigeria’s first-choice goalkeeper, with Maduka Okoye of Udinese providing strong backup. Amas Obasogie is also in contention.
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The defensive lineup is expected to feature Tanimu Benjamin, Ola Aina, Bruno Onyemaechi, William Troost-Ekong, Calvin Bassey, Semi Ajayi, Olisa Ndah, and Tosin Adarabioyo. Adarabioyo, the Chelsea player, is poised for his Super Eagles debut, while Troost-Ekong, Bassey, Ajayi, and Ndah are expected to retain their spots.
The midfield will likely consist of Alex Iwobi of Fulham, Wilfred Ndidi of Leicester, Frank Onyeka of Bayer Leverkusen, Raphael Onyedika, Alhassan Yusuf, and Fisayo Dele-Bashiru. Iwobi remains Nigeria’s creative force, while Onyeka and Ndidi’s impressive form makes them strong contenders.
On the wings, Samuel Chukwueze of AC Milan, Ademola Lookman of Atalanta, Moses Simon, and Chidera Ejuke of Sevilla are expected to feature. Lookman’s sensational form secures his spot, while Chukwueze and Simon’s experience keeps them in contention.
Upfront, Cyriel Dessers of Rangers, Victor Osimhen of Galatasaray, Victor Boniface, and Taiwo Awoniyi will lead Nigeria’s attack. Osimhen continues to shine as Nigeria’s focal point in attack, with Boniface and Dessers also in contention.
Nigeria’s clash with Libya will be crucial in maintaining their momentum in the AFCON qualifiers. Eguavoen’s squad selection will be pivotal in securing victories in the upcoming matches.
Predicted 24-man Super Eagles squad:
Goalkeepers: Stanley Nwabali, Amas Obasogie, Maduka Okoye
Defenders: Tanimu Benjamin, Ola Aina, Bruno Onyemaechi, William Troost-Ekong, Calvin Bassey, Semi Ajayi, Olisa Ndah, Tosin Adarabioyo
Midfielders: Alex Iwobi, Wilfred Ndidi, Frank Onyeka, Raphael Onyedika, Alhassan Yusuf, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru
Wingers: Samuel Chukwueze, Ademola Lookman, Moses Simon, Chidera Ejuke
Strikers: Cyriel Dessers, Victor Osimhen, Victor Boniface, Taiwo Awoniyi.
