Victor Osimhen Leads Super Eagles Squad for 2027 AFCON Qualifiers Despite Injury
Nigeria coach Eric Chelle named Victor Osimhen in his 24-man squad for AFCON 2027 qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau despite a groin injury. Three uncapped players received their first call-ups.
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle named striker Victor Osimhen in his 24-man squad to open Nigeria's 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign, despite the Galatasaray forward's recent groin injury, according to ThisDay Live. Nigeria opens against Madagascar on Sept. 25 in Uyo.
Captain Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi, Ademola Lookman and Moses Simon headline the squad, while goalkeeper Arthur Okonkwo, defender Isaac James and forward George Ilenikhena earned their first senior call-ups.
Osimhen suffered a moderate-to-severe groin strain on Sept. 4 and has missed several matches since, leaving his availability uncertain.