
Nigeria will face Rwanda in Kigali on March 21, followed by a home match against Zimbabwe at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo on March 25. 
Goalkeepers:
• Stanley Nwabali (Chippa United, South Africa)
• Amas Obasogie (Singida Blackstars, Tanzania)
• Kayode Bankole (Remo Stars, Nigeria)
Defenders:
• William Troost-Ekong (Al-Kholood FC, Saudi Arabia)
• Bright Osayi-Samuel (Fenerbahçe SK, Turkey)
• Bruno Onyemaechi (Olympiacos FC, Greece)
• Calvin Bassey (Fulham FC, England)
• Olaoluwa Aina (Nottingham Forest, England)
• Igoh Ogbu (SK Slavia Prague, Czech Republic)
Midfielders:
• Wilfred Ndidi (Leicester City, England)
• Raphael Onyedika (Club Brugge, Belgium)
• Alhassan Yusuf Abdullahi (New England Revolution, USA)
• Alex Iwobi (Fulham FC, England)
• Joseph Aribo (Southampton FC, England)
• Papa Daniel Mustapha (Niger Tornadoes, Nigeria)
Forwards:
• Samuel Chukwueze (AC Milan, Italy)
• Victor Osimhen (Galatasaray FC, Turkey)
• Ademola Lookman (Atalanta FC, Italy)
• Victor Boniface (Bayer Leverkusen, Germany)
• Moses Simon (FC Nantes, France)
• Sadiq Umar (Valencia FC, Spain)
• Nathan Tella (Bayer Leverkusen, Germany)
• Tolu Arokodare (KRC Genk, Belgium)
Notably, this squad includes a mix of established internationals and new faces. KRC Genk forward Tolu Arokodare has received his first call-up, reflecting Chelle’s intent to infuse fresh talent into the team.
In addition, home-based players Kayode Bankole and Papa Daniel Mustapha have been selected, highlighting the coach’s recognition of domestic league performances. 
The Super Eagles are currently fifth in Group C with three points from four matches. Securing victories in these upcoming fixtures is crucial for Nigeria’s aspirations to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.