Nigeria has made changes to its squad ahead of crucial World Cup qualifying matches. Former Fenerbahçe star Bright Osayi-Samuel and Panathinaikos FC striker Cyriel Dessers will miss the final two group games.
Crystal Palace midfielder Christantus Uche and Porto defender Zaidu Sanusi have been called up to the expanded squad.
Several key players, including Ola Aina, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, and Raphael Onyedika, are struggling with injuries. The team’s talisman, Victor Osimhen, has also not fully recovered from his injury.
The upcoming matches against Benin and Lesotho are extremely important. Any dropped points could mean Nigeria’s elimination from the World Cup qualifiers.
Despite the setbacks, Nigeria still boasts one of the strongest squads on the continent. Even with multiple injuries, they can keep their qualification hopes alive with a solid game plan.