Super Eagles Nigeria players celebrating a goal ahead of AFCON 2025
The countdown to the 35th edition of AFCON is fully on, and the excitement in Nigeria is louder than a World Cup goal at the 90th minute. As Morocco prepares to host the continent, the Super Eagles are gearing up for a tournament that could redefine Nigerian football.
New head coach Eric Chelle has one mission: pick a 23-man squad capable of going all the way. While the final list isn’t out yet, here’s a smart, fun and insightful breakdown of the likely names—built for fans, analysts, and sports market lovers.
Nigeria’s goalkeeping department is looking sharp.
Stanley Nwabali – Calm. Confident. Commanding. Nigeria’s No.1 without debate.
Maduka Okoye – Tall, agile, and getting better with every game in Italy.
Amas Obasogie – The rising star ready to shock everyone.
These three form a wall stronger than Nigeria’s Twitter banter community.
Strong, experienced and flexible—this defence might be our strongest unit.
William Troost-Ekong – Captain Courage.
Calvin Bassey – The powerhouse.
Semi Ajayi – Set-piece menace.
Igoh Ogbu – Mr. Versatile.
Ola Aina – The engine on the right.
Zaidu Sanusi – The lightning on the left.
Osayi-Samuel – Speed + aggression = Problem for defenders.
Bruno Onyemaechi – Steady, smart, and balanced.
If AFCON had a “best-dressed defence,” this group is winning.
This midfield can control any game—from physical battles to tactical chess.
Wilfred Ndidi – The shield.
Alex Iwobi – The creator.
Frank Onyeka – The destroyer.
Raphael Onyedika – The future.
Alhassan Yusuf – The artist.
Fisayo Dele-Bashiru – The goal-scoring threat.
Put these six together and Nigeria controls 90 minutes like Spotify controls your playlist.
Nigeria’s attack is simply illegal. Too much talent.
Victor Osimhen – The Lion. The Legend. The Lightning.
Ademola Lookman – The assassin on the wing.
Samuel Chukwueze – Dribble king.
Moses Simon – Work rate + experience = Deadly.
Akor Adams – Super sub with super power.
Tolu Arokodare – The giant with gentle feet.
If goals were money, Nigeria would be Bill Gates.
As AFCON 2025 draws closer, one thing is clear:
The Super Eagles are bringing heat to Morocco.
Whether it’s Nwabali’s calm, Osimhen’s fire, or Iwobi’s magic, the squad is shaping up to be one of the most balanced Nigeria has seen in years.
And as always, we at Sports Market International will follow every twist, every match, and every viral moment—serving you the best football coverage on the continent.
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