Confirmed Super Eagles starting XI: Ndidi, Okoye, Adams start; Bewene debuts; Bassey bench

Super Eagles manager Eric Chelle has announced his starting XI for Wednesday's international friendly against Poland at the PGE Narodowy in Warsaw.Ahead of the encounter, the Malian tactician had indicated his intention to field a strong side against the Poles, but several key starters are unavailable for selection this evening.Former African Footballer of the Year Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman both withdrew from the squad following a demanding club campaign, while Ola Aina is sidelined through injury.

Alex Iwobi is likewise unavailable for selection, having been red-carded in the Super Eagles’ game against Jordan in March.Udinese goalkeeper Maduka Okoye starts in goal, with former Arsenal youngster Arthur Okonkwo and Francis Uzoho named among the substitutes.Okoye is shielded by a back four comprising Abdullahi Bewene, Igoh Ogbu, Emmanuel Fernandez and Bruno Onyemaechi, with the Banik Ostrava youngster making his senior debut.In midfield, Wilfred Ndidi, Frank Onyeka and Tochukwu Nnadi are handed starting roles.Up front, 2025 Africa Cup of Nations star Akor Adams leads the attack, supported by Unity Cup star Terem Moffi and Moses Simon. 2025-2026 Turkish Super Lig top scorer Paul Onuachu is named among the substitutes, as is Fulham centre-back Calvin Bassey.

Super Eagles starting XI v Poland: Okoye; Bewene, Ogbu, Fernandez, Onyemaechi; Ndidi, Onyeka, Nnadi, Simon; Moffi, AdamsIfeanyi EmmanuelCopyright ANSAll rights reserved.

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