8 New Super Eagles for Unity Cup
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Check out the new players invited by Eric Chelle to the Super Eagles of Nigeria for Unity Cup.

8 New Super Eagles for Unity Cup

Tosin Abayomi 21:09 - 22.05.2025

Check out the new players invited by Eric Chelle to the Super Eagles of Nigeria for Unity Cup.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria are ushering in a new era with the inclusion of seven debutants in their squad for the 2025 Unity Cup in London and a friendly against Russia.

This selection highlights a blend of domestic Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) stars and a promising overseas talent.

Under head coach Eric Chelle, these players—Ifeanyi Onyebuchi, Junior Nduka, Ojetoye Waliu, Christantus Uche, Saviour Saviour, Collins Chinemerem, Sikiru Alimi, and Adamu Abubakar are set to make their first appearance.

The Super Eagles are set to face Ghana in the Unity Cup on May 28, 2025, and Russia in a June friendly. Let’s explore each player’s profile and potential impact.

1. Ifeanyi Onyebuchi (Defender, Enugu Rangers IFC)

Ifeanyi Onyebuchi, a 24-year-old defender, has been a rock at the back for Enugu Rangers in the NPFL.

Known for his physical presence and ability to win aerial duels, Onyebuchi was on a 39-man shortlist for earlier World Cup qualifiers.

2. Junior Nduka (Midfielder, Niger United)

Check out the new players invited by Eric Chelle to the Super Eagles of Nigeria for Unity Cup.
Check out the new players invited by Eric Chelle to the Super Eagles of Nigeria for Unity Cup.

Junior Nduka, a 22-year-old box-to-box midfielder, has earned his spot through sheer dynamism in the NPFL with Niger United.

Previously the captain of the CHAN Eagles Nduka is expected to be crucial against Russia.

3. Ojetoye Waliu (Defender, Ikorodu City)

Ojetoye Waliu is a 23-year-old defender and captain of Ikorodu City.

Check out the new players invited by Eric Chelle to the Super Eagles of Nigeria for Unity Cup.
Check out the new players invited by Eric Chelle to the Super Eagles of Nigeria for Unity Cup.

He was invited for the 2025 African Nations Championship (CHAN) qualifiers as Nigeria eliminated Ghana.

4. Christantus Uche (Forward/Midfielder, Getafe)

Christantus Uche is a 22-year-old forward playing for Getafe in La Liga.

Check out the new players invited by Eric Chelle to the Super Eagles of Nigeria for Unity Cup.
Check out the new players invited by Eric Chelle to the Super Eagles of Nigeria for Unity Cup.

He is arguably the most high-profile name among the new Eagles.

He signed for €500,000 from the Spanish third division and his rise has been meteoric.

5. Saviour Saviour (Forward, Rangers International FC)

Saviour Saviour, a 21-year-old forward from Rangers International F.

Saviour is viewed as a possible future forward for the national team.

6. Collins Chinemerem (Attacking Midfielder, NPFL)

Collins Chinemerem is a 24-year-old attacking midfielder, is a creative force from the NPFL.

Chinemerem s expected to be vital in the Russia friendly, where Nigeria will need to break down a disciplined side.

7. Sikiru Alimi (Forward, Remo Stars)

Sikiru Alimi is a 26-year-old striker from Remo Stars in the NPFL

Alimi played a pivotal role as Remo Stars were crowned champions.

8. Adamu Abubakar (Forward, Plateau United)

Adamu Abubakar, a 23-year-old forward from Plateau United, complete the list of new Eagles.

Alimi, a former NPFL top scorer (per Legit.ng), brings experience and a proven goal-scoring record.