Latest news on nigeria super eagles
Here are the latest news updates on the Nigerian national football team, the Super Eagles:
Recent Results:
- The Super Eagles defeated Lesotho 4-2 in a 2022 World Cup qualifying match on November 13, 2021.
- They drew 1-1 with Cape Verde in another 2022 World Cup qualifying match on November 16, 2021.
Upcoming Matches:
- The Super Eagles are scheduled to face Central African Republic in a 2022 World Cup qualifying match on November 13, 2022.
- They will also face Liberia in a 2022 World Cup qualifying match on November 16, 2022.
Squad Updates:
- The Super Eagles coach, Augustine Eguavoen, has called up 25 players for the upcoming World Cup qualifying matches against Central African Republic and Liberia.
- The squad includes experienced players like Ahmed Musa, William Troost-Ekong, and Alex Iwobi, as well as young talents like Victor Osimhen and Samuel Chukwueze.
Injury Concerns:
- The Super Eagles are dealing with several injury concerns ahead of the upcoming matches, including the absence of key players like Odion Ighalo and Kelechi Iheanacho due to injuries.
Team News:
- The Super Eagles have been training in Abuja ahead of the upcoming matches, with coach Eguavoen emphasizing the importance of teamwork and discipline.
- The team has also been working on set pieces and counter-attacks, which have been a key part of their success in recent matches.
International Break:
- The Super Eagles will take a break from international football after the upcoming matches against Central African Republic and Liberia, with the next international break scheduled for March 2023.
2022 World Cup Qualifying Standings:
- The Super Eagles are currently second in Group A of the 2022 World Cup qualifying campaign, with 7 points from 4 matches. They are behind Cape Verde, who have 8 points, and ahead of Central African Republic, who have 4 points.
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