Moffi replaces Orban; Dele-Bashiru debut for Super Eagles

Posted : 03 October 2023

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has revealed the 25-player roster set to represent the country in the upcoming international friendly matches against Saudi Arabia and Mozambique scheduled for later this month. One notable inclusion is Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, a standout player from Hatayspor, who has showcased an impressive performance during the season with the Turkish club, recording four goals and two assists in just seven appearances. Dele-Bashiru's excellent form has rightfully earned him a spot in coach Jose Peseiro's team.

Conversely, Gift Orban, a star from Gent, has not been called up for this particular set of friendlies. In his stead, Terem Moffi from OGC Nice has been summoned to the team, having been left out in the previous game against Sao Tome and Principe. However, his teammate, Jordan Torunarigha, has retained his position on the team.

In the offensive department, the familiar names and talents have been retained, featuring Victor Osimhen, Samuel Chukwueze, Ademola Lookman, Taiwo Awoniyi, and Moses Simon.

The complete list of invited players comprises:

Goalkeepers:

Francis Uzoho (Omonia FC, Cyprus)
Olorunleke Ojo (Enyimba FC)
Adebayo Adeleye (Hapoel Jerusalem, Israel)
Defenders:

Olaoluwa Aina (Nottingham Forest, England)
Bright Osayi-Samuel (Fenerbahce FC, Turkey)
Jordan Torunarigha (KAA Gent, Belgium)
Kenneth Omeruo (Kasimpasa FC, Turkey)
Oluwasemilogo Ajayi (West Bromwich Albion, England)
Calvin Bassey (Fulham FC, England)
Jamilu Collins (Cardiff FC, Wales)
Bruno Onyemaechi (Boavista FC, Portugal)
Midfielders:

Wilfred Ndidi (Leicester City, England)
Raphael Onyedika (Club Brugge, Belgium)
Joe Ayodele-Aribo (Southampton FC, England)
Frank Onyeka (Brentford FC, England)
Alex Iwobi (Fulham FC, England)
Fisayo Dele-Bashiru (Hatayaspor FC, Turkey)
Forwards:

Kelechi Iheanacho (Leicester City, England)
Samuel Chukwueze (AC Milan, Italy)
Moses Simon (FC Nantes, France)
Ademola Lookman (Atalanta FC, Italy)
Victor Osimhen (SSC Napoli, Italy)
Taiwo Awoniyi (Nottingham Forest, England)
Terem Moffi (OGC Nice, France)
Victor Boniface (Bayer Leverkusen, Germany)
The NFF has confirmed that the team will gather in Faro, Portugal, starting from the 10th of October. The friendly against Saudi Arabia is scheduled for the 13th of October, followed by the match against Mozambique three days later.

Moffi replaces Orban; Dele-Bashiru debut for Super Eagles

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