Super Eagles Face Pharaohs in Pre-AFCON Friendly

Nigeria will take on Egypt in a pre-2025 Africa Cup of Nations friendly at Cairo International Stadium on Tuesday. The match offers both teams a chance to test new players and tactics ahead of the tournament.

Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has included newcomers Ebenezer Akinsanmi, Usman Mohammed, Tochukwu Nnadi, Ryan Alebiosu, and Salim Fago Lawal in his squad, who are expected to feature against the Pharaohs. The game also provides an opportunity for players to vie for starting spots.

Currently, 22 players are at the Super Eagles’ Renaissance Hotel base in Cairo, while stars like Victor Osimhen, Moses Simon, and Samuel Chukwueze are set to join the team in Morocco. The match kicks off at 8pm Egypt time (7pm Nigeria time).

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