
Nigeria’s football federation has released the squad list for the upcoming World Cup play-off matches, revealing a mix of experienced stars and promising newcomers set to face crucial fixtures against two African rivals.
The official list features three goalkeepers: Nwabali Stanley, Obasogie Amas, and Okoye Maduka. Among the defenders are Ekong William, Bassey Calvin, Bright-Osayi Samuel, Onyedika Raphael, Ajayi Oluwasemilogo, Chidozie Awaziem, Sanusi Zaidu, and Fredricks Benjamin.
Midfielders named to the squad include Iwobi Alexander, Onyeka Frank, Ndidi Wilfred, Onyedika Raphael, and Yusuf Alhassan.
Up front, fans will see Lookman Ademola, Moses Simon, Osimhen Victor, Arokodare Tolu, Ejuke Chidera, Akor Adams, Olakunle Olusegun, and Chukwueze Samuel leading the attack. The squad will compete in upcoming matches against teams from Ukraine, DR Congo, and Cameroon, as indicated by the flag icons on the fixture list.
The squad’s announcement signals Nigeria’s determination to secure a place at the next FIFA World Cup, with the nation’s top talent ready to take on key competitors on the continental stage.