The Super Eagles of Nigeria will kick off their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign without their talisman, Victor Osimhen.
The 27-year-old pulled out of Eric Chelle’s 24-man squad due to a muscle strain he suffered during Galatasaray’s 3-2 win over İstanbul Başakşehir on September 4.
Coventry City striker Taiwo Awoniyi was quickly drafted into the squad to replace Osimhen.
The three other strikers currently at the Super Eagles’ camp are Akor Adams, Tolu Arokodare and new invitee George Ilenikhena.
Reports from the Super Eagles’ first training session on Tuesday indicate that Chelle will most likely stick with his default 4-4-2 formation.
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