When the Nigerian Super Eagles play Jordan in an international friendly on Tuesday in Turkey, Éric Chelle will switch up his team.
According to Naija News, Chelle selected a strong team for the 2-1 victory over Iran last Friday, but she is now prepared to give fringe players more chances.
After Maduka Okoye was sidelined due to a thigh injury received during training, goalkeeper Francis Uzoho is expected to start. The Udinese Calcio goalkeeper has already gone back to Italy for medical care.
Nigeria’s backup goalie in the Africa Cup of Nations, Omonia Nicosia’s Uzoho, had one appearance. The three-time African champions have awarded the 27-year-old 36 caps.
Changes in defense are also anticipated. Bruno Onyemaechi, a left-back, and Semi Ajayi of Hull City A.F.C. have departed camp to take care of personal issues. FC Porto’s Zaidu Sanusi is anticipated to fill in at left-back, and rookie Emmanuel Fernandez may go into central defense.
Philip Otele and Yira Collins Sor, two new invitees, will make their senior debuts.
The game will begin at Corendon Airlines Park in Antalya at 6:30 p.m. Nigerian time. The international friendly is intended to help Jordan get ready for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be held in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
