Nigeria football news today: Chelle calls Ilenikhena, Azeez at Brighton & more Super Eagles updates

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Ilenikhena Gets Maiden Super Eagles Call-up

The Super Eagles will return to action later in September for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, and coach Eric Chelle has already sent out invites to his new players.

Earlier this week, it was confirmed that Arthur Okonkwo had been called up, as Charlton congratulated him on social media. Now, the latest player to be confirmed as one of invited few is George Ilenikhena.

The 20-year-old attacker has been in the conversation for a Super Eagles slot for the last two years, but his recent rich vein of form in Saudi Arabia that has seen him score six goals in six games has earned him a place.

The Al Ittihad attacker posted picture of himself on Instagram. Notably, Super Eagles striker Tolu Arokodare commented on the post with “oyaaa.” Then, Ilenikhena said, “Here we go.”

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The full squad list is expected to be announced by next week.

Femi Azeez Nears Brighton DebutSuper Eagles attacker Femi Azeez is nearing his debut at Brighton & Hove Albion.

He joined the club from Millwall in a transfer that could rise up to €17.5 million. But at the time he joined, he was carrying an injury from Millwall. However, he is now nearing a return.

Yesterday, Brighton coach Fabian Hurzeler confirmed that Azeez will miss this weekend’s game against Coventry City. However, he gave a possibile return date for the versatile 25-year-old.