{"id":463992,"date":"2025-12-19T18:22:23","date_gmt":"2025-12-19T17:22:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.completesports.com\/?p=463992"},"modified":"2025-12-19T18:22:23","modified_gmt":"2025-12-19T17:22:23","slug":"5-new-faces-in-super-eagles-afcon-2025-squad-what-they-bring-to-title-chase","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.completesports.com\/5-new-faces-in-super-eagles-afcon-2025-squad-what-they-bring-to-title-chase\/","title":{"rendered":"5 New Faces In Super Eagles\u2019 AFCON 2025 Squad: What They Bring To Title Chase","gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"text"}]},"content":{"rendered":"\r\n<p>Every footballer dreams of representing their country on the biggest stage, and for five players, that dream will come true at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco.<\/p>\r\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_79_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 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ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.completesports.com\/5-new-faces-in-super-eagles-afcon-2025-squad-what-they-bring-to-title-chase\/#Tochukwu_Nnadi_Zulte_Waregem_Belgium\" >Tochukwu Nnadi (Zulte Waregem, Belgium)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.completesports.com\/5-new-faces-in-super-eagles-afcon-2025-squad-what-they-bring-to-title-chase\/#Salim_Fago_Lawal_NK_Istra_1961_Croatia\" >Salim Fago Lawal (NK Istra 1961, Croatia)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.completesports.com\/5-new-faces-in-super-eagles-afcon-2025-squad-what-they-bring-to-title-chase\/#Usman_Muhammed_Ironi_Tiberias_Israel\" >Usman Muhammed (Ironi Tiberias, Israel)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<br \/>With the tournament just 48 hours away from kick-off, Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has handed maiden AFCON call-ups to Ryan Alebiosu, Ebenezer Akinsanmiro, Salim Fago Lawal, Tochukwu Nnadi and Usman Muhammed\u2014bold selections that could shape Nigeria\u2019s campaign.<br \/><br \/>As the Super Eagles get set to chase a fourth continental crown, <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.completesports.com\/\">Completesports.com<\/a><\/strong>\u2019s AUGUSTINE AKHILOMEN examines what each of the five newcomers offers and how they could impact Nigeria\u2019s AFCON 2025 journey.<br \/><br \/><\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ryan_Alebiosu_Blackburn_Rovers_England\"><\/span>Ryan Alebiosu (Blackburn Rovers, England)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>A surprise inclusion in the Super Eagles squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Alebiosu will be keen to justify his call-up in the absence of Ola Aina and Benjamin Fredrick, who both missed out through injury.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Read Also:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.completesports.com\/olopade-salutes-musa-on-super-eagles-retirement\/\">Olopade Salutes Musa On Super Eagles\u2019 Retirement<\/a><\/strong><br \/><br \/>Born in Islington, England, to Nigerian parents, the 24-year-old defender began his football journey at the Arsenal academy in 2010 at the age of eight before turning professional a decade later.<br \/><br \/>Known for his bursting runs and ability to track back swiftly, Alebiosu offers modern full-back qualities and is comfortable in both defensive and attacking roles.<br \/><br \/>Having made 20 appearances for Blackburn Rovers this season, he has scored one goal and provided two assists. Alebiosu could step directly into the starting XI, offering width and balance on the right flank.<br \/><br \/>Although he may not immediately displace Bright Osayi-Samuel, he remains a reliable option whenever called upon.<\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ebenezer_Akinsanmiro_Pisa_Italy_%E2%80%94_on_loan_from_Inter_Milan\"><\/span>Ebenezer Akinsanmiro (Pisa, Italy \u2014 on loan from Inter Milan)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>Akinsanmiro has been one of the standout performers in Serie A this season, establishing himself as a regular starter for Pisa with a string of impressive displays.<br \/><br \/>He joined the Italian club on a season-long loan from Inter Milan in July 2025, with the deal set to run until 30 June 2026.<br \/><br \/>Born in Lagos in 2004, Akinsanmiro began his career at Remo Stars Academy (Beyond Limits FA), helping the club gain promotion to the NPFL in 2021 at just 17.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Read Also:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.completesports.com\/exclusive-super-eagles-current-poor-form-due-to-lack-of-competition-afcon-2013-winner-uzoenyi\/\">EXCLUSIVE: \u2018Super Eagles\u2019 Current Poor Form Due To Lack Of Competition\u2019 \u2013 AFCON 2013 Winner, Uzoenyi<\/a><\/strong><br \/><br \/>Remarkably, he once stepped away from football for several years to learn the trade of barbering, uncertain whether a professional career would materialise.<br \/><br \/>Now calm under pressure and tactically mature beyond his years, Akinsanmiro is widely viewed as a long-term solution in Nigeria\u2019s midfield build-up as he prepares for his AFCON debut.<\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tochukwu_Nnadi_Zulte_Waregem_Belgium\"><\/span>Tochukwu Nnadi (Zulte Waregem, Belgium)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>The Owerri-born midfielder began his football journey with Campos FC before joining Madenat Alamal Football Academy in Dubai in 2019.<br \/><br \/>Nnadi was part of Nigeria\u2019s Flying Eagles squad at the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup, featuring in all five matches played by the team.<br \/><br \/>In August 2021, he joined Bulgarian side Botev Plovdiv, making his professional debut in April 2022 before moving to Belgian second-tier club Zulte Waregem on 19 January 2024, where he has enjoyed consistent playing time.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Read Also:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.completesports.com\/ndidi-named-new-super-eagles-captain\/\">Ndidi Named New Super Eagles Captain<\/a><\/strong><br \/><br \/>A high-energy, box-to-box midfielder\u2014quick, strong in the tackle and capable of driving forward\u2014Nnadi could be crucial in midfield battles against Tanzania, Tunisia and Uganda as Nigeria pursue continental glory.<br \/><br \/><\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Salim_Fago_Lawal_NK_Istra_1961_Croatia\"><\/span>Salim Fago Lawal (NK Istra 1961, Croatia)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>Lawal\u2019s consistency with NK Istra 1961 in the Croatian top flight has earned him a deserved call-up to the Super Eagles\u2019 AFCON 2025 squad.<br \/><br \/>He previously caught the eye with the Flying Eagles at the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup, notably during Nigeria\u2019s 2-0 round-of-16 victory over hosts Argentina under coach Ladan Bosso.<br \/><br \/>In the current 2025\/26 season, Lawal has made 16 league appearances for Istra, starting 14 matches.<br \/><br \/>With four goals and two assists to his name, his willingness to attack space and inject pace into play could prove vital against deep-lying defences.<\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Usman_Muhammed_Ironi_Tiberias_Israel\"><\/span>Usman Muhammed (Ironi Tiberias, Israel)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\r\n<p>A native of Kaduna, Muhammed rose to prominence in Nigeria with Ranchers Bees before captaining Taraba FC at just 18, helping the club secure promotion to the NPFL.<\/p>\r\n<p><strong>Read Also:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.completesports.com\/afcon-2025-super-eagles-ready-to-soar-gusau\/\">AFCON 2025: Super Eagles Ready To Soar \u2014 Gusau<\/a><\/strong><br \/><br \/>He moved to Europe in 2018, joining Norway\u2019s Sarpsborg 08, where he made 11 appearances and scored once. His career has since taken him to clubs including Pyunik, Tambov, Shakhter Karagandy, Hapoel Hadera, Sektzia Ness Ziona, Maccabi Bnei Reineh and Ironi Tiberias.<br \/><br \/>Disciplined, positionally aware and industrious, Muhammed offers defensive stability and structure\u2014qualities that are invaluable in the demanding environment of tournament football.<\/p>\r\n","protected":false,"gt_translate_keys":[{"key":"rendered","format":"html"}]},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Every footballer dreams of representing their country on the biggest stage, and for five players, that dream will come true at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. 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