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New Eagles squad excites Wizkid

By Daily Sports Nigeria on March 20, 2025

Nigerian Afrobeats star Ayodeji Balogun, popularly known as Wizkid, has expressed his satisfaction with the Super Eagles’ preparation ahead of their 2026 World Cup qualifier against Rwanda in Kigali.

The team, now under the leadership of newly appointed head coach Eric Chelle, held its first training session on Tuesday afternoon.

Reacting to the new squad, Wizkid took to his X handle on Wednesday, writing, “New Super Eagles team! (I) love the energy,” he wrote.

The crucial qualifier is set to take place at the Amahoro Stadium in Rwanda on Friday, March 21, with kickoff scheduled for 5 pm Nigerian time.

Following the match, Nigeria will return home to face Zimbabwe in Uyo on Tuesday.

The Super Eagles must secure maximum points from both fixtures to strengthen their chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup.

Nigeria’s current squad features several in-form players, including Galatasaray’s Victor Osimhen, Atalanta’s Ademola Lookman, Genk’s Tolu Arokodare and Fulham’s Calvin Bassey.

The match against Rwanda will be Chelle’s first game in charge of the three-time African champions, who are desperate for a positive result to keep their World Cup qualification hopes alive.

The Super Eagles last played at the Amahoro Stadium in September 2024, where they were held to a goalless draw by Rwanda.

Source Daily Sports Nigeria

Posted March 20, 2025