The selected squad features five players yet to be capped for Nigeria. Notably, some prominent names were excluded, including Christantus Uche, Maduka Okoye, and Tolu Arokodare.
Despite Nigeria’s rich pool of individual talent, the team’s recent performances have shown inconsistency. The Super Eagles have struggled, particularly in matches where they were widely expected to win. This has led some fans to temper their expectations for the upcoming competition.
However, the Super Eagles have a history of rising to the occasion in major tournaments. This characteristic fuels ongoing optimism among the fanbase. With key players like Victor Osimhen and several in-form talents within the squad, many still foresee a strong title challenge in Morocco.
Nigerian football legend John Obi Mikel believes the Super Eagles possess the capability to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). His statement follows head coach Eric Chelle’s recent unveiling of the final squad for the prestigious tournament.
Mikel Obi, who was a pivotal player in Nigeria’s 2013 AFCON triumph, shared his optimism on Instagram. Reacting to the squad announcement, he posted a concise message: “Bring it home lads.”
Nigeria will compete in the tournament aiming for their fourth continental title. The team’s preparations come amidst lingering disappointment from their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign. However, many supporters hope an AFCON victory can rejuvenate confidence around the national team.
Earlier, Coach Chelle had released a 55-man provisional list. This extensive list was eventually streamlined to the final 28 players on the deadline day for submissions.
The selected squad features five players yet to be capped for Nigeria. Notably, some prominent names were excluded, including Christantus Uche, Maduka Okoye, and Tolu Arokodare.
Despite Nigeria’s rich pool of individual talent, the team’s recent performances have shown inconsistency. The Super Eagles have struggled, particularly in matches where they were widely expected to win. This has led some fans to temper their expectations for the upcoming competition.
However, the Super Eagles have a history of rising to the occasion in major tournaments. This characteristic fuels ongoing optimism among the fanbase. With key players like Victor Osimhen and several in-form talents within the squad, many still foresee a strong title challenge in Morocco.
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