The Super Eagles of Nigeria are gearing up for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, with a strong lineup of 11 players already in Cairo, Egypt. The camp officially opened on Sunday, with all coaches and support staff in attendance, marking the beginning of their journey towards a fourth continental championship. But here's where it gets interesting: the team's goalkeeper, Francis Uzoho, is back after a year-long absence, joining a squad that includes Stanley Nwabali, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, and Ebenezer Akinsanmiro. As the camp buzzes with activity, seven more players arrived, bringing the total to 11. Amas Obasogie, Semi Ajayi, Ademola Lookman, Igho Ogbu, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Tochukwu Nnadi, and Zaidu Sanusi are now part of the Super Eagles' quest for glory. The team is set to play a friendly match against Egypt's Pharaohs on Tuesday, a warm-up ahead of their first training session later that evening. With a focus on building on their runners-up finish at the last tournament, the Super Eagles are determined to bring home the trophy for the fourth time, having previously won in 1980, 1994, and 2013. The 2025 AFCON begins in Morocco on December 21st and concludes on January 18th, 2026, promising an exciting tournament with Nigeria at the forefront.
