Super Eagles camp opens March 24 ahead of Turkey tournament

Nigeria Football Federation has confirmed that the Super Eagles will open camp on March 24, 2026, in Antalya, Turkey, ahead of this month’s international fixtures.

The training camp forms part of preparations for a four-nation invitational tournament, which was relocated from Jordan due to security concerns in the Middle East.

Turkey camp set for key friendlies

Nigeria will face Iran on March 27 before taking on Jordan on March 31.

Both fixtures are positioned as strategic test games, aimed at refining the squad ahead of upcoming competitive assignments, including qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.

Chelle integrates new talents

Head coach Eric Chelle has adopted a hybrid selection approach, blending experienced internationals with emerging prospects.

New call-ups include Emmanuel Fernandez, Philip Otele, and Collins Yira Sor, a clear signal to deepen squad options and inject fresh legs.

Core players retained

Established names such as Maduka Okoye, Calvin Bassey, Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi, Samuel Chukwueze, and Ademola Lookman remain central to the squad structure.

Their inclusion ensures continuity while allowing the coaching crew to evaluate new additions within a stable framework.

Full 23-man squad

Goalkeepers:
Maduka Okoye; Adebayo Adeleye; Francis Uzoho

Defenders:
Calvin Bassey; Oluwasemilogo 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