Vastly experienced central defender Kenneth Omeruo will lead out the Super Eagles in today’s decisive 2023 AFCON qualifier against Sierra Leone.
Omeruo, a full international for the past 10 years, will play alongside Semi Ajayi in the heart of the back four.
Victor Osimhen leads the attack that also has wingers Moses Simon and Samuel Chukwueze, while Joe Aribo, Alex Iwobi and Wilfred Ndidi make up the midfield.
Israel-based goalkeeper Adeleye Adebayo will get his first official cap and he will be protected by fullbacks Zaidu Sanusi and Bright Osayi-Samuel.
Super Eagles Staring XI vs Sierra Leone
Adebayo – Zaidu, Osayi-Samuel, Omeruo (Captain), Ajayi – Ndidi, Aribi, Iwobi – Chukwueze, Osimhen, Moses Simon
