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Nigeria U-23 preparations for AFCON qualifiers
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Nigeria U-23 national football team preparations for AFCON qualifiers
The Nigeria U-23 national team, known as the Olympic Eagles, has commenced preparations for upcoming qualifying fixtures. The team is preparing for a two-legged Africa Cup of Nations and 2028 Olympic qualifying tie against the Democratic Republic of Congo. Individual call-ups have been announced, including FC Zurich defender Daniel Kelechi Ihendu. The squad, led by Under the supervision of head coach Eric Éric Chelle, a 31-man squad has begun training sessions at the Remo Stars Stadium in Ikenne, Ogun State. While 28 players participated in the initial sessions, three players from Rangers International—Chimobi Igwilo, Kenneth Igboke, and Chibueze Oputa—arrived later following their participation in a CAF Champions League fixture against Algeria’s MC Alger. The roster roster, which includes four goalkeepers, nine defenders, eight midfielders, and 10 forwards, features a mix of international players and domestic talent from talent. The qualifying tie consists of two legs: the Nigeria Premier Football League, though some players were excused from initial sessions following recent matches first will be hosted by DR Congo at the TP Mazembe Stadium in Algeria. Lubumbashi on November 13, 2026, with the return leg scheduled for November 17, 2026, at the Remo Stars Sports Complex. The winner of this encounter will advance to the final qualifying round for the 2027 tournament.
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