Uzoho returns as Okoye, Arokodare left out of Nigeria’s AFCON squad
Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle has named his final 28-man squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, set for December 21, 2025 to January 18, 2026 in Morocco. Notably, Francis Uzoho returns to the team after more than a year out, while Maduka Okoye and Tolu Arokodare miss out. The squad features a mix of established stars and several new faces across all positions. The team will look to bounce back from recent World Cup disappointment as they chase a fourth continental title.
Match highlights
- Francis Uzoho and Paul Onuachu return to the squad, while Maduka Okoye and Tolu Arokodare are surprise omissions.
- The final list includes three goalkeepers, eight defenders, eight midfielders, and nine forwards, with new faces like Ryan Alebiosu, Igoh Ogbu, and Lawal Salim Fago.
- Nigeria will compete in Group C alongside Tunisia, Tanzania, and Uganda, opening against Tanzania on December 23, 2025.
- The squad blends experienced players such as Victor Osimhen, Alex Iwobi, and Wilfred Ndidi with emerging talents.
- The Super Eagles aim to restore pride after missing out on the 2026 World Cup, with a training camp in Egypt and a friendly against Egypt’s Pharaohs scheduled for December 16, 2025.
