2027 U-23 AFCONQ: Olympic Eagles settle in Lubumbashi ahead of DR Congo showdown

Nigeria’s U-23 national team, known as the Olympic Eagles, has arrived in Lubumbashi ahead of their first leg match against the Democratic Republic of Congo in the qualifying round for the 2027 Africa U-23 Cup of Nations.

The Nigerian squad is now fully assembled, with all 23 players summoned for the match present and participating in training sessions in preparation for Friday’s competition. The team includes seven players from the Nigerian domestic league and 16 professionals who play for clubs overseas.

Due to head coach Éric Chelle’s commitments with the senior national team, assistant coach Deniran Ortega will take charge of the Olympic Eagles’ preparations and will lead the team during both legs of the qualifying tie.