The coach of Super Eagles, Eric Chelle, has unveiled a 54‑man provisional squad for the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, setting the stage for an intense battle for places ahead of the tournament.
The extensive list features a blend of established internationals and fresh talent, reflecting Chelle’s strategy of consolidating a core group while assessing both domestic and overseas prospects.
Among the headline names are veteran stars and recent contributors such as Victor Osimhen, Wilfred Ndidi, and captain William Troost‑Ekong, alongside goalkeepers, defenders, midfielders, and forwards spanning Europe, Africa, and the domestic league.
In addition to the Europe‑based stars, the provisional squad also includes a handful of home‑based players, underlining a renewed faith in talents from the local league.
The 54‑man list is only the first step: Chelle is expected to trim the squad to the final 28-man roster ahead of AFCON. With the tournament just weeks away, competition for places appears fierce, and fans are already speculating on who will make the final cut.
Super Eagles – 54‑Man Provisional Squad (AFCON 2025)
Goalkeepers (6)
Stanley Nwabali, Amas Obasogie, Maduka Okoye, Adebayo Adeleye, Francis Uzoho, Ebenezer Harcourt.
Defenders (13)
William Troost‑Ekong, Felix Agu, Zaidu Sanusi, Calvin Bassey, Bright Osayi‑Samuel, Bruno Onyemaechi, Chidozie Awaziem, Oluwasemilogo Ajayi, Ola Aina, Igoh Ogbu, Ryan Alebiosu, Adekunle Adeleke, Emmanuel Michael.
Midfielders (12)
Wilfred Ndidi, Frank Onyeka, Alhassan Yusuf, Alex Iwobi, Fisayo Dele‑Bashiru, Raphael Onyedika, Christantus Uche, Ebenezer Akinsanmiro, Tochukwu Nnadi, Usman Muhammed, Peter Agba, Tom Dele‑Bashiru.
Forwards / Attackers (23)
Ademola Lookman, Victor Osimhen, Tolu Arokodare, Samuel Chukwueze, Moses Simon, Adams Akor, Chidera Ejuke, Olakunle Olusegun, Sadiq Umar, Kelechi Iheanacho, Taiwo Awoniyi, Victor Boniface, Paul Onuachu, Terem Moffi, Nathan Tella, Cyriel Dessers, Abdulrasheed Shehu, Rafiu Durosinmi, Ekeson Okorie, Chisom Orji, Philip Otele, Ikwuemesi Chukwubuikem, Salim Fago Lawal.
