Nigeria's Super Eagles have unveiled their starting lineup for the AFCON 2025 match against Uganda, with Victor Osimhen leading the attack. Osimhen, who has been walking the disciplinary tightrope, is captaining the team in Wilfred Ndidi's absence. The team features eight changes from the previous match against Tunisia, with Ryan Alebiosu making his debut at right-back and Francis Uzoho starting in goal ¹.
Here's the starting lineup:
- Francis Uzoho (GK)
- Ryan Alebiosu (RB)
- Calvin Bassey (CB)
- Igoh Ogbu (CB)
- Bruno Onyemaechi (LB)
- Raphael Onyedika (CM)
- Fisayo Dele-Bashiru (CM)
- Moses Simon (LW)
- Samuel Chukwueze (RW)
- Paul Onuachu (ST)
- Victor Osimhen (ST)
Coach Eric Chelle has rotated the squad to manage workload and avoid suspensions, resting key players like Ademola Lookman and Stanley Nwabali. The Super Eagles have already secured their spot in the round of 16 and top spot in Group C ¹ ².
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