November 16, 2023
Having missed out on the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar, the Super Eagles approach the qualifiers with a determined mindset. Head coach Jose Santos Peseiro has selected a squad of 23 players, featuring defenders Kenneth Omeruo and Olaoluwa Aina, midfielders Alex Iwobi and Frank Onyeka, and forwards Moses Simon, Kelechi Iheanacho, and Taiwo Awoniyi.The roster also includes goalkeepers Francis Uzoho and Olorunleke Ojo, midfielder Raphael Onyedika, defenders Oluwasemilogo Ajayi and Bright Osayi-Samuel, and attackers Ademola Lookman, Victor Boniface, and Terem Moffi. Striker Sadiq Umar, based in Spain, makes a return after a prolonged absence. Defender Jamilu Collins, returning from an injury layoff, and Bayer Leverkusen's Nathan Tella, receiving his first-ever call-up, add depth to the squad.