Super Eagles: NFF Invites Ndidi, Iwobi, Lookman, 20 Others For Iran, Jordan Friendlies

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has unveiled a 23-man squad for this month’s international friendlies against Iran and Jordan, with captain Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi and Ademola Lookman headlining the list.

Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle confirmed the selection on Wednesday, March 18, naming a blend of regulars and fresh faces for the two fixtures now scheduled to take place in Antalya, Turkey.

Naija News reports that the Super Eagles will face Iran on 27 March before taking on Jordan on 31 March, both matches shifted from Amman following the outbreak of military conflict in the Middle East.

Also included are goalkeeper Maduka Okoye, defender Semi Ajayi and midfielder Frank Onyeka, alongside attacking options Moses Simon, Samuel Chukwueze, Akor Adams and Paul Onuachu.

There are first-time invitations for defender Emmanuel Fernandez, forward Philip Otele and winger Collins Yira Sor, while Greece-based goalkeeper Adebayo Adeleye returns to the squad.

The team’s first choice goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, who is currently without a club after ending his contract with Chippa United of South Africa, was not named in the squad. Also, Victor Osimhen was not included in the list.

Below is the Super Eagles of Nigeria’s Full squad for the Iran and Jordan Friendlies

Goalkeepers: Maduka Okoye, Adebayo Adeleye, Francis Uzoho

Defenders: Calvin Bassey, Semi Ajayi, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Bruno Onyemaechi, Zaidu Sanusi, Igoh Ogbu, Emmanuel Fernandez

Midfielders: Alex Iwobi, Frank Onyeka, Wilfred Ndidi, Raphael Onyedika, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru

Forwards: Ademola Lookman, Samuel Chukwueze, Moses Simon, Chidera Ejuke, Paul Onuachu, Akor Adams, Philip Otele, Collins Yira Sor