The Nigerian national football team, the Super Eagles, has begun preparations for the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs, setting up camp in Rabat, Morocco. As the team gears up for the semi-final match against Gabon’s Panthers, six players have already reported for duty, including Calvin Bassey, Alex Iwobi, Samuel Chukwueze, Tolu Arokodare, Olakunle Olusegun, and Wilfred Ndidi.

The team’s head coach, Eric Chelle, had invited a total of 24 players to join the camp on Saturday. With the first training session scheduled for Monday, the Super Eagles are set to face the Panthers of Gabon on Thursday in the semi-final match. The winner of this encounter will proceed to the final, where they will face either Cameroon or the Democratic Republic of Congo.

The 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs mark a crucial stage in the qualification process for the prestigious international football tournament. As one of the top teams in African football, Nigeria is seeking to secure a spot in the World Cup, which is scheduled to take place in 2026. The Super Eagles have a rich history in international football, having participated in several World Cup tournaments in the past.

The team’s preparations in Morocco are expected to be intense, with the coaching staff working to fine-tune the players’ skills and strategies ahead of the crucial match against Gabon. With a strong squad and experienced players, the Super Eagles are poised to give a good account of themselves in the playoffs.

As the team readies itself for the challenges ahead, football fans in Nigeria and around the world will be watching with keen interest. The outcome of the semi-final match against Gabon will determine the Super Eagles’ progress in the qualification process, and a win will bring them one step closer to realizing their World Cup dreams. With the first training session just around the corner, the stage is set for an exciting and unpredictable series of matches.