Super Eagles Camp Comes Alive as Players Begin Arriving in Cairo

Preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations gathered momentum on Sunday night as four players checked into the Super Eagles’ camp in Cairo, Egypt.

According to TalkTalk Nigeria, Italy-based midfielders Fisayo Dele-Bashiru and Akinsanmiro Ebenezer arrived at the team’s base at the Renaissance Hotels late on Sunday. Earlier in the day, goalkeepers Francis Uzoho and Stanley Nwabali had already settled in, marking the first wave of arrivals.

More reinforcements are expected before the end of the night, with Igoh Ogbu, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Tochukwu Nnadi, Amas Obasogie, Ademola Lookman, and Semi Ajayi all listed to join the camp imminently.

Eyes on Egypt Friendly

The Super Eagles will hold their first training session on Monday, as new head coach Eric Chelle begins shaping his squad ahead of a high-profile friendly against Egypt’s Pharaohs. The encounter is scheduled for Tuesday at the Cairo International Stadium and is expected to offer early insight into Chelle’s tactical ideas and squad balance.

Opinion: A Calm Start, but the Real Work Begins Now

While the numbers in camp are still growing, the early arrivals reflect a positive and professional start to the AFCON buildup. The blend of Europe-based players and home-grown talents gives Chelle valuable options, especially ahead of a stern test against Egypt.

However, beyond the smiles and first-day routines, the real focus will be on cohesion, intensity and clarity of identity. Friendly matches like this often reveal more than just fitness — they show hunger, chemistry and readiness.

As the camp fills up and training begins in earnest, Nigerian fans will be eager to see whether this Super Eagles group can quickly find rhythm and confidence. The road to AFCON glory is long, but every journey begins with moments like this — quiet, focused, and full of promise.