Head coach Éric Chelle of the Super Eagles has finalized his starting lineup for Nigeria’s second match in Group L of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Guinea-Bissau.
In goal, Stanley Nwabali will take charge, and the defense features Bright Osayi-Samuel, Semi Ajayi, Calvin Bassey, and Bruno Onyemaechi.
Wilfred Ndidi serves as captain in midfield, supported by Frank Onyeka and Alex Iwobi. The forward line consists of Ademola Lookman, Taiwo Awoniyi, and Akor Adams.
The Super Eagles touched down in Bissau around 21:00 GMT on Sunday, September 27, gearing up for their qualifying match on Tuesday.
Nigeria aims to build on their result from the opening match in Group L as they push for a spot in the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations.
Nigeria Starting XI
Goalkeeper
Defenders
- Bright Osayi-Samuel
- Semi Ajayi
- Calvin Bassey
- Bruno Onyemaechi
Midfielders
- Wilfred Ndidi
- Frank Onyeka
- Alex Iwobi
Forwards
- Ademola Lookman
- Taiwo Awoniyi
- Akor Adams
Substitutes
- Arthur Okonkwo
- Maduka Okoye
- Isaac James
- Benjamin Frederick
- Emmanuel Fernandez
- Chibuike Nwaiwu
- Ola Aina
- Raphael Onyedika
- Moses Simon
- Samuel Chukwueze
- Tolu Arokodare
- George Ilenikhena
- Moses Usor
The match will occur in Bissau on Tuesday, September 29, 2026, as the Super Eagles continue their quest in Group L qualifiers.
Nigeria aims to secure another positive result to bolster their chances of qualifying for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.
