Nigeria has announced its squad for the FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifiers CAF play-offs as the Super Eagles aim to secure a place at next year’s tournament in North America. Coach Eric Chelle unveiled a 24-man roster for the upcoming playoffs in Morocco, where Nigeria will face Gabon in Rabat. 12BET Soccer provides full coverage of the squad and their chances.
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World Cup Qualifiers: Nigeria’s Play-Off Road
The world cup qualifiers CAF play-offs are crucial for Nigeria, offering an opportunity to reach the next stage. Should the Super Eagles defeat Gabon on Thursday, they will face either Cameroon or the Democratic Republic of Congo on November 16 in Rabat. The playoff winner will then enter the intercontinental playoff in March for a final chance to qualify for the World Cup 2026. Fans and bettors following 12BET Soccer can track these decisive fixtures and squad updates.
Nigeria Squad Selection
Coach Eric Chelle made some tactical adjustments to the team that defeated Lesotho and Benin during the group stage. Italian-based goalkeeper Maduka Okoye returns as cover, while Chidozie Awaziem strengthens the defense. Midfielders Raphael Onyedika and striker Chidera Ejuke rejoin the squad. Players like Felix Agu, Terem Moffi, and Christantus Uche miss out this time.
- Goalkeepers: Stanley Nwabali (Chippa United), Amas Obasogie (Singida Blackstars), Maduka Okoye (Udinese)
- Defenders: Chidozie Awaziem (Nantes), Semi Ajayi (Hull City), Calvin Bassey (Fulham), Benjamin Fredericks (Dender), Bruno Onyemaechi (Olympiakos), Bright Osayi-Samuel (Birmingham City), Zaidu Sanusi (FC Porto), William Troost-Ekong (Al-Kholood)
- Midfielders: Alex Iwobi (Fulham), Wilfred Ndidi (Besiktas), Raphael Onyedika (Club Brugge), Frank Onyeka (Brentford), Alhassan Yusuf (New England Revolution)
- Forwards: Akor Adams (Sevilla), Tolu Arokodare (Wolverhampton), Samuel Chukwueze (Fulham), Chidera Ejuke (Sevilla), Ademola Lookman (Atalanta), Olakunle Olusegun (Nizhny Novgorod), Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray), Moses Simon (Paris FC)
12BET Soccer highlights Victor Osimhen and Alex Iwobi as key players capable of making decisive impacts during the playoffs.
Nigeria’s Play-Off Prospects
As the top-ranked team among the four involved in the CAF playoffs, Nigeria enters the matches with confidence. Success against Gabon and a potential victory over Cameroon or DR Congo will set up a crucial intercontinental playoff in March. 12BET Soccer points out that these fixtures are pivotal for Nigerian football, marking one of the country’s best opportunities to reach the World Cup 2026 finals in North America.
Super Eagles Aim for North America
Nigeria’s squad announcement underlines the team’s intent to succeed in the world cup qualifiers CAF play-offs. With a blend of experience and young talent, the Super Eagles are prepared to challenge Gabon and advance to the next stage. Fans and bettors following 12BET Soccer can expect high-intensity matches as Nigeria fights for a place at the World Cup 2026, keeping hopes alive for a return to football’s biggest stage.