Nigeria’s Tremendous Eagles camp in Uyo acquired a big increase on Tuesday with the arrivals of forwards Ademola Lookman and Cyriel Dessers, forward of the essential 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying fixture towards Rwanda.
Their well timed arrivals elevated the squad quantity in camp to 18, with 5 extra gamers anticipated later within the say.
The pinnacle coach Eric Chelle continues finalizing his roster for the decisive Group C double-header, which can even see Nigeria journey to face South Africa in Bloemfontein.
Lookman and Dessers each carry extra firepower, versatility, and composure to the nationwide workforce’s assault.
Their expertise in European soccer equips the squad with sharper slicing edges within the last third.
Their availability additionally supply Chelle tactical flexibility as he plots completely different offensive choices for each upcoming matches.
Coaching periods on the Godswill Akpabio Worldwide Stadium have already intensified, with the gamers specializing in tactical drills, health, and set-piece rehearsals.
Chelle has repeatedly pressured the significance of cohesion, strategic consciousness, and collective self-discipline.
The coach insisted that solely a united workforce efficiency can reignite Nigeria’s World Cup qualification marketing campaign after an inconsistent begin to the group section.
Alongside Lookman and Dessers, the camp already options influential names similar to Alex Iwobi, Wilfred Ndidi, William Troost-Ekong, Moses Simon, Brilliant Osayi-Samuel, Ola Aina, Chidozie Awaziem, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, and Frank Onyeka.
The depth created by the mix of expertise and youthful expertise provides the Tremendous Eagles improved steadiness throughout all departments.
Nigeria host Rwanda in Uyo earlier than touring for a tricky away battle towards South Africa.
With most factors now important, Lookman and Dessers is anticipated to play a decisive position within the Tremendous Eagles’ qualification push.
