BREAKING: Super Eagles 40-Man Provisional Squad For 2023 #AFCON Unveiled [FULL LIST]—-As the anticipation mounts for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2023 in Côte d’Ivoire, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has unveiled the provisional squad of the Super Eagles, consisting of 40 talented players poised to represent the nation in the prestigious tournament.
The roster, encompassing a blend of seasoned professionals and emerging talents, is categorized into six goalkeepers, 13 defenders, eight midfielders, and 13 forwards. Noteworthy inclusions in the squad feature the return of goalkeepers Francis Uzoho, Adebayo Adeleye, and Stanley Nwabali. Defenders William Troost-Ekong and Kevin Akpoguma make a prominent comeback to bolster the squad’s defensive line.
The midfield department showcases a robust lineup that includes Alex Iwobi and Wilfred Ndidi, while the attacking unit is spearheaded by notable names like Victor Osimhen, Emmanuel Dennis, and Kelechi Iheanacho.
Although the NFF has not officially confirmed the final selection, football enthusiasts are abuzz with excitement as the Super Eagles prepare to navigate through Group A, clashing against Equatorial Guinea, Côte d’Ivoire, and Guinea-Bissau in pursuit of AFCON glory.
The Super Eagles’ 40-man provisional squad for AFCON 2023 is as follows:
OFFICIAL: #Nigeria’s 41-man provisional squad for next year’s AFCON.
Deadline for the submission of the final squad for the tournament is 3 Jan.
A player in the final squad can only be replaced after a serious injury no less than 24-hours before the team’s first match.
Happy? pic.twitter.com/2nYz0Behgr
— Oluwashina Okeleji (@oluwashina) December 20, 2023
