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As the Super Eagles gear up for their international friendly against Ghana on Friday evening, followed by a clash with Mali on Tuesday, March 26, the spotlight turns to the players looking to make a mark. With significant changes to the squad that secured a runner up finish at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, several newly invited players are seizing the opportunity to impress. Here are five Nigerian players poised to prove their mettle in the upcoming matches: +
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Cyriel Dessers: The Rangers striker, absent since a 2-1 friendly loss to Algeria in September 2022, aims to leverage the absence of Victor [Osimhen](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/football-tactics-and-analysis/victor-osimhen-tipped-as-mbappes-successor-at-psg/), Taiwo Awoniyi, and Victor Boniface to secure his place in future call ups. +
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Nathan Tella: After [missing the 2023 Africa Cup](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/news/interviews/ex-golden-eaglets-star-kingsley-reports-2007-world-cup-medal-missing/) of Nations, the Bayer Leverkusen forward is presented with a prime opportunity to claim his spot on the team. +
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[Benjamin](https://cac5.altervista.org/index.php?title=Utente:HollisMcGee7) Tanimu: The Tanzania based defender, yet to debut, finds himself as the least experienced squad member. With veterans William Troost-Ekong and Kenneth Omeruo ageing, Tanimu's time to showcase his defensive prowess has arrived. +
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Jamilu Collins: The Cardiff City left back, sidelined since the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, looks to reclaim his squad position in the absence of [Zaidu Sanusi](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/news/transfer-news/11-top-nigerian-players-secure-new-clubs-in-winter-transfer-window/) due to injury. +
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Fisayo Dele Bashiru: Since his debut against Mozambique, Dele-Bashiru has not featured in a game. With the team's midfield in need of creativity, the Manchester City youth product is eager to demonstrate why he should be a squad regular. +
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The upcoming friendlies against Ghana and Mali present not just an opportunity for the Super Eagles to refine their tactics and cohesion but also a critical platform for individual players to stake their claim for a more permanent role within the squad. This period of transition and experimentation is a testament to the depth and evolving talent within Nigerian football. +
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For players like Cyriel Dessers and Nathan Tella, the [matches](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/news/national-team-news/awoniyi-unbothered-by-osimhen-boniface-competition-as-afcon-nears/) are a chance to fill the void left by and prove their worth on an international level. Meanwhile, for less experienced players such as Benjamin Tanimu and Fisayo Dele Bashiru, these games could mark the beginning of their journey as regular contributors to the national team. +
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The blend of experience and fresh talent within the squad underscores the Super Eagles' rich pool of players and the competitive nature of securing a spot on the team. As these five players prepare to [showcase](https://wiki.livablelynchburg.org/mediawiki/index.php/User:MindaAsbury) their skills, their performances could very well dictate the future composition of the Super Eagles, highlighting the importance of seizing every opportunity on the international stage. +
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Did You Know? + + Nigeria's national football team, the Super Eagles, was established in 1949, making it one of Africa's oldest and most [storied football](https://wiki.thekingdomsmc.com/index.php?title=User:RollandPelletier) teams. + The Super Eagles have won the Africa Cup of Nations three times in 1980, 1994, and 2013. + Nigeria was the first African team to win the Olympic gold in football at the Atlanta 1996 Olympics. + The Super Eagles' highest FIFA World Ranking was 5th in April 1994, following their impressive performance at the 1994 FIFA World Cup. + [Nigeria](https://www.footballinnigeria.com.ng/category/player-profiles/) is known for its vibrant and colorful football kits, which have gained international acclaim and popularity among football fans worldwide + +
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