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2027 AFCON Qualifiers: Super Eagles hit full house ahead of Tanzania clash

Nigeria's senior men's national team have recorded a full house in camp ahead of their Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying encounter against Tanzania, with preparations gathering momentum for the crucial fixture.

A total of 24 players have reported to camp, giving head coach Eric Chelle a complete squad as the team intensifies preparations for the showdown.

The players in camp include Calvin Bassey, Ola Aina, Alex Iwobi, Arthur Okonkwo, Semi Ajayi, Benjamin Fredericks, Alhassan Yusuf, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Akor Adams, Tochukwu Nnadi, Chibuike Nwaiwu and Moses Simon.

Others are Tolu Arokodare, Ademola Lookman, Francis Uzoho, Stanley Nwabali, Tijani Samson, Wilfred Ndidi, Suleiman Mubarak, Abdullahi Bewene, Taiwo Awoniyi, Moses Usor, Bruno Onyemaechi and Fisayo Dele-Bashiru.

With all 24 players now available, the technical crew is expected to focus on tactical organisation, team cohesion and match strategies ahead of the encounter.

The Super Eagles are expected to hold their second training session as preparations continue for the meeting with Tanzania.

Nigeria will be aiming to make a strong statement against their East African opponents as they intensify efforts to secure a positive result in the AFCON qualifying campaign.