Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has made two major changes to his starting line-up ahead of Nigeria’s AFCON 2025 Group C Matchday 2 clash against Tunisia.
Softfootball gathered, following Nigeria’s 2–1 victory over Tanzania in their opening group match, Chelle has opted to freshen things up by introducing Bruno Onyemaechi and Frank Onyeka into the starting XI.
Key tactical highlights include:
- Bruno Onyemaechi and Frank Onyeka start
- Alex Iwobi is tasked with pulling the strings in midfield
- Victor Osimhen partners Akor Adams in attack
Super Eagles Starting XI vs Tunisia
| Shirt No. | Player |
|---|---|
| 23 | Stanley Nwabali |
| 2 | Bright Osayi-Samuel |
| 4 | Wilfred Ndidi |
| 6 | Semi Ajayi |
| 7 | Ademola Lookman |
| 8 | Frank Onyeka |
| 9 | Victor Osimhen |
| 13 | Bruno Onyemaechi |
| 17 | Alex Iwobi |
| 21 | Calvin Bassey |
| 22 | Akor Adams |
Substitutes
Igoh Ogbu, Zaidu Sanusi, Dele-Bashiru, Cyriel Dessers, Samuel Chukwueze, Moses Simon, Raphael Onyedika, Paul Onuachu, Chidozie Awaziem, Chidera Ejuke, Akinsanmiro, Ryan Alebiosu, Tochukwu Nnadi, and Francis Uzoho will start from the bench.
Notably, Amas Obasogie, who celebrated his birthday today, was not included in the starting line-up. With Nigeria aiming to secure qualification from Group C, all eyes will be on this revamped Super Eagles side as they take on Tunisia in what promises to be a crucial AFCON 2025 encounter.
