
Super Eagles head coach Éric Chelle has dropped several key players to the bench for tonight’s third-place clash against the Pharaohs of Egypt.
Chippa United’s Stanley Nwabali retained his position in goal.
Igoh Ogbu comes in for suspended Calvin Bassey in defence, while Bright Osayi-Samuel, Semi Ajayi and Bruno Onyemaechi retain their position in defence.
Raphael Onyedika, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru and Samuel Chukwueze will line-up in midfield.
Paul Onuachu will lead the attack, and will be supported by Adams Akor and Moses Simon.
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The game will kick-off at 5pm Nigerian time