Ten players have arrived at the Super Eagles’ training camp in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, as preparations begin for Nigeria’s 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying double-header against Tanzania.
Among the early arrivals are goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, defenders Calvin Bassey and Ola Aina, and midfielder Alex Iwobi.
Other players who have reported to camp include Semi Ajayi, Moses Simon, Akor Adams, Benjamin Fredrick, Alhassan Yusuf and Arthur Okonkwo.
With 10 players already in camp, 14 additional squad members are expected to join the team in the coming days ahead of the crucial encounters.
Head coach Éric Chelle is expected to oversee the team’s preparations at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo.
The Super Eagles are scheduled to host Tanzania’s Taifa Stars on Friday before travelling to Zanzibar for the return fixture at the Amaan Stadium next Tuesday.
The two encounters are expected to be crucial to Nigeria’s campaign as the team seeks to secure qualification for the 2027 AFCON tournament.
