AFCON qualifiers: Injured Osimhen in as Ilenikhena gets first call-up
Despite sustaining an injury that has kept him out for two weeks, Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen has been included in Nigeria’s squad for the upcoming international window, while Saudi-based forward George Ilenikhena has also earned his first call-up to the Super Eagles for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau, PUNCH Read More:…
Nigeria's national football team, the Super Eagles, have included injured striker Victor Osimhen in their squad for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. However, Saudi-based forward George Ilenikhena, who has been called up for the first time, has also earned a spot in the 24-man squad. This news comes as Nigeria prepares to face Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau in qualifier matches. The team will also participate in an international friendly against Russia in Novgorod.
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