Full house as Eagles begin training for Madagascar clash
23 Super Eagles players have begun training in Uyo for their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying opener against Madagascar on Friday. Read More: https://punchng.com/full-house-as-eagles-begin-training-for-madagascar-clash/
The Super Eagles commenced training for their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Madagascar at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo on Tuesday. A total of 23 players participated in the inaugural session, with Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye expected to join later. The squad, named by head coach Eric Chelle, will face Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau in Group L of the qualifiers.
With Tanzania and Guinea-Bissau automatically qualified, only the highest-ranked team among the remaining opponents can secure the group's ticket. Chelle's squad includes new arrivals such as Isaac James, Moses Usor, and George Ilenikhena, alongside returning players like Alex Iwobi, Semi Ajayi, and Calvin Bassey. Captain Wilfred Ndidi, Samuel Chukwueze, and goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali completed the group before Okoye's arrival.
The Eagles recently bid farewell to Victor Osimhen, who withdrew due to injury, and will host Madagascar on Friday before traveling to Guinea-Bissau for their second Group L fixture on September 29.
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