LA 2028 Olympics: Chelle Unleashes 31 ‘Home Boys’ Against DR Congo
Head Coach Éric Chelle has invited a total of 31 players to the camp of the U23 National Team, Olympic Eagles, as the countdown begins for next month’s U23 Africa
In preparation for the upcoming U23 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against DR Congo, the U23 National Team of Nigeria, known as the Olympic Eagles, has invited 31 players to their training camp. Head Coach Éric Chelle has selected a balanced squad featuring four goalkeepers, nine defenders, eight midfielders and ten forwards.
The first leg of the fixture will take place at the TP Mazembe Stadium in Lubumbashi on Friday, 13th November, followed by a return leg at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne-Remo on Tuesday, 17th November. The winning team will advance to the final round of qualifying for the U23 AFCON, which will be held in Egypt the following year. The Olympic Eagles will compete for a spot among Africa's representatives at the Los Angeles Olympic Men's Football Tournament.
Nigeria, the Olympic gold, silver and bronze medalists in men's football, have not participated in the Olympic Men's Football Tournament in the past decade. DR Congo, after overcoming Mauritania in a two-legged tie, faces Nigeria in their opening match.
All 31 invited players are scheduled to report to the AM2PM Hotel in Ijebu-Ode on Sunday, 25th October, where they will prepare for the crucial qualifier.
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