AFCON 2027Q: 20 players arrive Super Eagles Ikot Ekpene camp

Twenty players are now in the Super Eagles’ camp in Ikot Ekpene ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau.

The Super Eagles opened camp for both games at Four Point By Sheraton Hotel, Ikot Ikpene on Monday.

Head coach Éric Chelle, his assistants and other backroom staff were the first to hit  camp.

Captain Wilfred Ndidi, winger Samuel Chukwueze, and goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali are also expected in camp later today.

Meanwhile, the Super Eagles will hold their first training session at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo  tonight.

The first 15 minutes of the session will be opened to the media and members of the public.

Nigeria will host the Barea of Madagascar on Friday, and then travel to Bissau to keep a date with the Djurtus of Guinea-Bissau next week Tuesday.

Players in camp

Simon Moses

Akor Adams

Taiwo awoniyu

Isaac James

Emmanuel Fernandez

Benjamin Fredericks

Moses uzor

George Ilenikhena

Arthur Okonkwo

Alex Iwobi

Semi Ajayi

Calvin Bassey

Ola Aina

Ademola Lookman

Bright Osayi-Samuel

Chibuike Nwaiwu

Tolu Arokodare

Bruno Onyemaechi

Raphael Onyedika

Frank Onyeka