The Super Eagles, Nigeria’s national football team, have welcomed two new arrivals to their camp in Cairo, Egypt, as they prepare for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Chidozie Awaziem and Salim Fago Lawal joined their teammates at the Renaissance Hotel on Tuesday morning, bringing the total number of players in camp to 24.
Under head coach Eric Chelle, the team has already begun training. They held their first practice on Monday night at the Cairo International Stadium, followed by another session on Tuesday morning. Preparations are in full swing ahead of their friendly match against the Pharaohs of Egypt, scheduled for later tonight. The encounter will serve as a crucial test, allowing the Super Eagles to fine‑tune their strategy and build momentum before the tournament.
Coach Chelle now has a balanced and diverse squad at his disposal, comprising goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders and forwards. The current list includes Francis Uzoho, Stanley Nwabali, Fisayo Dele‑Bashiru, Akinsanmiro Ebenezer, Amas Obasogie, Semi Ajayi, Ademola Lookman, Bright Osayi‑Samuel, Igho Ogbu, Tochukwu Nnadi, Zaidu Sanusi, Paul Onuachu, Frank Onyeka, Calvin Bassey, Alex Iwobi, Wilfred Ndidi, Bruno Onyemaechi, Cyril Dessers, Akor Adams, Chidera Ejuke, Raphael Onyedika, Ryan Alebiosu, Salim Fago and Chidozie Awaziem.
As the team continues its preparations, the friendly against Egypt will be an important indicator of their progress and readiness for the Africa Cup of Nations. With a strong squad and a solid training regimen in place, the Super Eagles are poised to make a significant impact in the competition, and their performance in the friendly will be closely watched by fans and pundits alike as they seek to build confidence ahead of the tournament.
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