The Super Eagles of Nigeria have finally assembled at full strength ahead of the Africa Cup of Nations as Victor Osimhen officially joined the team’s training camp in Cairo.
Osimhen’s arrival brings a sense of completeness and renewed confidence to the Nigerian camp, ending days of speculation surrounding his absence from the early phase of preparations. The Galatasaray striker had been granted special permission by the head coach to attend to personal matters, a decision that kept him out of the initial training sessions and the pre-tournament friendly against Egypt.
Read Also: Behind the Scenes Review: Funke Akindele Returns With Another Blockbuster
With Osimhen now present, the Super Eagles camp is fully settled and focused as Nigeria counts down to its AFCON opener against Tanzania.
A Camp Now Complete
The return of Nigeria’s talismanic forward has lifted the mood within the camp, with all selected players now available for final tactical sessions. Osimhen’s presence is not just symbolic. It reinforces belief within the squad and sends a strong message to rival teams that Nigeria is ready to compete at full capacity.
The Super Eagles squad in camp includes Francis Uzoho, Stanley Nwabali, Amas Obasogie, Semi Ajayi, Calvin Bassey, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Zaidu Sanusi, Bruno Onyemaechi, Chidozie Awaziem, Igho Ogbu, Tochukwu Nnadi, Ryan Alebiosu, Usman Mohammed, Salim Fago, Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi, Raphael Onyedika, Frank Onyeka, Fisayo Dele Bashiru, Akinsanmiro Ebenezer, Samuel Chukwueze, Moses Simon, Ademola Lookman, Chidera Ejuke, Paul Onuachu, Cyril Dessers, Akor Adams and Victor Osimhen.
Read Also: NWFL Week Four Review Robo Queens Ruthless As Lagos Derby Explodes With Goals
It is a blend of experience and youthful energy, with players who understand the demands of international tournaments and others eager to make their mark on the continental stage.
Journey to Morocco Begins
The Super Eagles are scheduled to depart Cairo on Thursday aboard a chartered flight to Fes, Morocco, where the final phase of preparations will take place. The move signals a shift from preparation mode to full competition focus, with attention now firmly on match readiness and tactical execution.
Nigeria’s opening match against Tanzania will set the tone for the campaign, and the coaching crew is expected to intensify drills around attacking cohesion, defensive shape and game management.
Read Also: Awaziem Scores, Akinsanmiro Debuts as Super Eagles Fall Narrowly to Egypt
Eyes on the AFCON Opener
Nigeria will face Tanzania in their first match of the tournament next Tuesday, with kickoff scheduled for 6:30 PM. The fixture presents an opportunity for the Super Eagles to assert dominance early and lay down a marker in the group.
With Osimhen now fully integrated and the squad complete, expectations are rising back home. Nigerian fans will be hoping the Super Eagles can translate this preparation into a strong opening performance and a deep run in the competition.
For now, the message from camp is clear. The Super Eagles are ready. Fully assembled. Fully focused.
