Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has made a late adjustment to his squad ahead of the international friendly matches against Poland and Portugal, with forward Femi Azeez drafted in as a replacement for Samuel Chukwueze.
Azeez earned the call-up after impressing during recent national team outings, where his performances attracted the attention of the coaching crew. The winger has enjoyed a strong run of form and is now set for another opportunity to establish himself in the senior national team setup.
The decision to replace Chukwueze comes as the attacker is unavailable for the upcoming fixtures. His absence created an opening in the squad, prompting the coaching staff to turn to Azeez as they prepare for the high-profile encounters against two of Europe’s strongest football nations.
Nigeria will face Poland before taking on Portugal as part of preparations for future international competitions. The matches are expected to provide the technical crew with an opportunity to assess players, test tactical options and strengthen team chemistry ahead of upcoming competitive fixtures.
Azeez is expected to join the rest of the squad in camp and will be eager to make a positive impression if given playing time. His inclusion adds pace, creativity and attacking depth to the Super Eagles squad as the team continues its rebuilding process under Chelle.
The friendlies are expected to attract significant attention from Nigerian football supporters, with several established stars and emerging talents set to feature as the Super Eagles seek strong performances against quality opposition.
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“While Azeez is a talented player, replacing an experienced player like Chukwueze won’t be easy. He’ll need to perform well to justify the coach’s decision.”
“Eric Chelle deserves credit for rewarding players based on current form. Azeez has worked hard for this opportunity, and fans will be excited to see what he can bring to the team.”
“Samuel Chukwueze will be missed, but these friendlies are the perfect chance to test new players. Hopefully, Azeez can step up and show he belongs at this level.”
“Congratulations to Femi Azeez on his call-up. This is a great opportunity for him to prove himself against top European teams and earn a permanent place in the Super Eagles squad.”