As the Super Eagles warm up for their final AFCON qualifier against Rwanda, several updates from the camp highlight changes to the squad ahead of the match.
Although Nigeria has already secured qualification, the team is determined to maintain their momentum and improve their FIFA rankings with a strong performance.
First-choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has been excused from the team following the recent passing of his father. He is attending to family matters in the aftermath of this personal loss and has left the camp.
Similarly, Ola Aina has returned to England at the request of his club, Nottingham Forest.
Contrary to earlier reports, Aina is not injured; his Premier League side requested an early release ahead of their crucial game against Arsenal, and Coach Austin Eguavoen granted it, given that Nigeria’s qualification is already assured.
Nigeria’s interim coach, Austin Eguavoen.
Ademola Lookman also missed today’s training session after sustaining a knock in Thursday’s match against Benin Republic.
The team’s medical staff is closely monitoring his recovery.
Despite these adjustments, the squad looks fit and ready to face Rwanda, aiming to cap off their qualifying campaign on a high note.
The match is scheduled for 5 p.m. on November 18th at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo.
