Victor Osimhen and Frank Onyedika Join Super Eagles Ahead of Crucial World Cup Playoff Against Gabon

Victor Osimhen and Frank Onyedika have officially joined the Super Eagles squad in Morocco as Nigeria prepares for their decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying playoff against Gabon. The addition of the Galatasaray striker and the Club Brugge midfielder brings both quality and confidence to the team as head coach Eric Chelle continues final preparations.

The The 23 players currently in camp are: Calvin Bassey, Alex Iwobi, Samuel Chukwueze, Tolu Arokodare, Olakunle Olusegun, Wilfred Ndidi, Moses Simon, William Troost-Ekong, Benjamin Frederick, Chidozie Awaziem, Amas Obasogie, Stanley Nwabali, Semi Ajayi, Ademola Lookman, Akor Adams, Chidera Ejuke, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Raphael Onyedika, Frank Onyeka, Zaidu Sanusi, Bruno Onyemaechi, Alhassan Yusuf, and Victor Osimhen.

Victor Osimhen has been in sensational scoring form this season, quickly taking the lead in the race for the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League Golden Boot. The Galatasaray striker has already scored six goals in three Champions League matches, including a brilliant hat trick against Ajax, showcasing his deadly finishing and consistent threat in front of goal.

The Super Eagles will face Gabon in a high-stakes match at the Prince Moulay El Hassan Sports Complex in Rabat.