The Super Eagles camp in Abidjan is nearly complete, with only goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali and striker Sadiq Umar yet to join their teammates. Sadiq’s call-up has sparked debate, as fans argue that in-form strikers like Tolu Arokodare, Josh Maja, and Cyriel Dessers were overlooked for the Real Sociedad forward.
Today, the majority of the squad—including Victor Osimhen, Victor Boniface, Ola Aina, Calvin Bassey, and Ademola Lookman—checked into camp, setting the stage for the team’s first full training session tonight. The Eagles are preparing for a high-stakes AFCON 2025 qualifier against Benin on Thursday. Nigeria currently tops Group D with 10 points from four games, while Benin, sitting second with six points, will be eager to shake up the standings. Rwanda holds third place with five points, and Libya rounds out the group with a single point.
Captain William Ekong has emphasized the Super Eagles’ focus on a win to secure their AFCON qualification rather than settling for the single point required. The team will be training at 7 p.m. local time, marking their first practice on Ivorian soil.
