Super Eagles Camp Swells to 21 as AFCON 2025 Preparations Intensify in Cairo

The Super Eagles’ camp in Cairo, Egypt, has grown to 21 players as preparations continue ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

Wilfred Ndidi, Bruno Onyemaechi, Akor Adams, Cyriel Dessers, and Raphael Onyedika were the latest players to arrive at the team’s base at the Renaissance Hotel. The new arrivals wasted no time settling in, taking part in the team’s first training session at the Cairo International Stadium on Monday night.

Seven more players are still expected to join the camp in the coming days as the squad gradually takes full shape.

As part of their build-up to the tournament, Nigeria will face the Pharaohs of Egypt in an international friendly on Tuesday—a test that is expected to provide early clues about the team’s readiness and tactical direction.

Players currently in camp:
Francis Uzoho, Stanley Nwabali, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, Akinsanmiro Ebenezer, Amas Obasogie, Semi Ajayi, Ademola Lookman, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Igho Ogbu, Tochukwu Nnadi, Zaidu Sanusi, Paul Onuachu, Frank Onyeka, Calvin Bassey, Alex Iwobi, Wilfred Ndidi, Bruno Onyemaechi, Cyriel Dessers, Akor Adams, Chidera Ejuke, Raphael Onyedika.

A Squad Blending Experience and Hunger

The growing numbers in camp point to a healthy mix of experience and fresh energy. The presence of leaders like Ndidi, Iwobi, and Bassey brings calm and authority, while players such as Akor Adams, Ejuke, and Dele-Bashiru add hunger and unpredictability.

The friendly against Egypt, though just a preparatory fixture, carries symbolic weight. Facing one of Africa’s most decorated sides offers a chance for the Super Eagles to measure themselves early and identify gaps before competitive action begins.

More importantly, the gradual arrival of players suggests a focused and professional build-up—something Nigerian fans have long hoped for. If the team can translate this positive start in camp into cohesion on the pitch, expectations will naturally rise.

As Cairo plays host to the Eagles’ preparations, optimism is quietly building. The pieces are coming together—now the challenge is turning promise into performance when it truly matters.