The head coach of the Super Eagles, Eric Chelle, has named 23 players ahead of the crucial 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and the Benin Republic.

The Malian tactician handed a first call-up to Sevilla of Spain striker Akor Adams, with Captain Willian Troost-Ekong leading the list, while Semi Ajayi, Terem Moffi, Alhassan Yusuf, and Olakunle Olusegun all return after spells away from the national side.

Stanley Nwabali keeps his spot as the team’s first-choice goalkeeper, with Amas Obasogie and Adebayo Adeleye named as backups. The defensive lineup includes Felix Agu, Bruno Onyemaechi, Bright Osayi, Benjamin Fredrick, and Calvin Bassey.

In midfield, Alex Iwobi, Wilfred Ndidi, Frank Onyeka, and Alhassan Yusuf bring a blend of experience and dynamism to the squad.

See full squad below:

Goal Keepers

Stanley Nwabali, Amas Obasogie and Adebayo Adeleye

Defenders

Felix Agu, Bruno Onyemaechi, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Semi Ajayi, William Troost-Ekong, Calvin Bassey and Benjamin Fredrick

Midfielders

Alex Iwobi, Wilfred Ndidi, Frank Onyeka and Alhassan Yusuf

Forwards

Simon Moses, Ademola Lookman, Tolu Arokodare, Victor Osimhen, Terem Moffi, Cyriel Dessers, Samuel Chukwueze, Akor Adams and Ola Olusegun