Eric Chelle has unveiled his starting lineup for the Super Eagles ahead of their crucial clash with Lesotho, featuring some notable selections that have caught the eye.
Key players such as Galatasaray’s Victor Osimhen, Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman, and Fulham’s Alex Iwobi headline the squad chosen by Eric Chelle for Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup Qualifiers encounter against Lesotho, according to Soccernet.ng.
With World Cup qualification still within reach, Nigeria is determined to secure a vital victory against the Lesotho Crocodiles at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa.
MATCH DAY!
Lesotho vs Nigeria
Kickoff: 5:00 PM (NGA Time)
Venue: Peter Mokaba Stadium, Polokwane
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– Super Eagles (@NGSuperEagles) October 10, 2025
Despite the absence of key players like Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, Ola Aina, Cyriel Dessers, and Felix Agu due to injuries, coach Eric Chelle has managed to assemble a formidable squad. The Franco-Malian coach has opted for a robust lineup to tackle the challenge ahead.
Which Super Eagles Players Will Feature Against Lesotho?
Between the posts, Stanley Nwabali of Chippa United retains his position as Nigeria’s goalkeeper, ready to make crucial saves when called upon.
Defensively, William Troost-Ekong will partner with Calvin Bassey at center-back, while Bruno Onyemaechi is set to cover the left-back role.
Due to injuries sidelining regular right-backs Ola Aina and Bright Osayi-Samuel, Benjamin Fredrick, typically a center-back, will be deployed on the right flank. Observers will be keen to see how he adapts to this unfamiliar position.
In midfield, the lineup features Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi, Moses Simon, and Ademola Lookman. This selection signals Chelle’s intent to apply relentless pressure on Lesotho’s defense. Lookman and Simon will be tasked with stretching the opposition by utilizing the width of the pitch.
Leading the attack, former Napoli striker Victor Osimhen will spearhead the frontline, supported by Wolverhampton’s Tolu Arokodare.
Starting Lineup:
- Goalkeeper: Stanley Nwabali
- Defenders: Benjamin Fredrick, Calvin Bassey, William Troost-Ekong, Bruno Onyemaechi
- Midfielders: Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi, Moses Simon, Ademola Lookman
- Forwards: Tolu Arokodare, Victor Osimhen
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