CHAN 2025Q: Austin Eguavoen Invites 30 Players for Ghana Clash

Nigeria’s Super Eagles B team coach, Austin Eguavoen, has released the list of 30 players invited to camp as preparations intensify for the crucial 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifier against Ghana. The clash is pivotal, as both West African nations aim to secure a spot in the tournament designed exclusively for players active in their respective domestic leagues.

Eguavoen’s Vision for the Squad

Austin Eguavoen, known for his tactical acumen, has carefully selected a mix of experienced players and emerging talents from the Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL). The coach emphasized that the team will focus on discipline, cohesion, and executing their strategies effectively to overcome Ghana.

Highlights of the Invited Players

The 30-man list includes notable NPFL stars and some fresh faces who have excelled in the league this season. Players from top-performing clubs like Enyimba FC, Remo Stars, and Rivers United dominate the selection, reflecting the strength of these teams in recent competitions.

Full List of Invited Players

Goalkeepers:

Victor Sochima (Rivers United)

Olorunleke Ojo (Enyimba FC)

Stanley Nwabili (Plateau United)

Defenders:

Tope Olusesi (Rangers International)

Ebube Duru (Rivers United)

Solomon Ifeanyi (Enyimba FC)

Daniel James (Bayelsa United)

Segun Adetayo (3SC)

Stephen Okpe (Remo Stars)

Uche Onyema (Heartland FC)

Midfielders:

Chijioke Akuneto (Rivers United)

Eze Vincent (Enyimba FC)

Nosiru Adeyemo (Remo Stars)

Ibrahim Mohammed (Plateau United)

Afeez Nosiru (Kwara United)

Nnadi Ikechukwu (Lobi Stars)

Samson Okoh (Nasarawa United)

Forwards:

Sunday Faleye (Rangers International)

Sadiq Abubakar (Enyimba FC)

Victor Mbaoma (Akwa United)

Adams Yakubu (Sunshine Stars)

Ugochukwu Ekwem (Heartland FC)

Emmanuel Ifeanyi (Rivers United)

Players to Watch

Victor Sochima and Chijioke Akuneto are expected to play crucial roles in ensuring defensive stability and offensive creativity, respectively. Eguavoen is also banking on the striking prowess of Victor Mbaoma and Sunday Faleye to deliver goals in the high-stakes encounter.

The Rivalry with Ghana

Nigeria and Ghana share a long-standing football rivalry, making this CHAN qualifier more than just a game. Both nations will approach the match with determination, knowing the stakes involve not only qualification but also regional pride.
The invited players are expected to report to camp immediately for intense training sessions. The team will play friendly matches as part of their preparation before facing Ghana in the two-legged encounter. The first leg is scheduled to take place in Accra, while the return leg will be in Abuja.

With the announcement of the squad, Nigerian fans eagerly await the team’s performance against their fierce rivals. Austin Eguavoen and his players are tasked with the responsibility of delivering a win to secure Nigeria’s place in CHAN 2025.

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