Portugal vs Nigeria: Chelle Announces Nigeria’s Starting XI

Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has announced a strong starting XI for tonight’s international friendly against Portugal, reports Completesports.com.

Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye will start between the sticks as expected.

The defensive trio of Semi Ajayi, Calvin Bassey, and Bruno Onyemaechi will line up at the back.

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In midfield, Chelle has chosen the combination of Wilfred Ndidi, Tochukwu Nnadi, and Fisayo Dele‑Bashiru.

Genk youngster Christian Akpan has also been handed his debut by the Malian tactician.

Alex Iwobi, Moses Simon, and Akor Adams complete the starting line‑up.

Super Eagles XI vs Portugal

Okoye

Ajayi
Bassey
Onyemaechi

Ndidi
Dele‑Bashiru
Nnadi
Akpan

Iwobi
Simon
Adams