The 2023 Africa Cup of Nations jersey numbers have been unveiled for the Super Eagles squad, revealing notable decisions and changes.JAMB Result
Victor Osimhen continues to don the prestigious number 9 shirt, underlining his key role as the team’s lead striker.InformationGuideNigeria
Joe Aribo steps up to the number 10 jersey, a number often associated with the team’s most creative and influential players. Team captain Ahmed Musa has chosen to stick with his well-known number seven.NYSC Portal
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Alhassan Yusuf, a new addition to the squad, has been handed the number 4 jersey, a number previously worn by Wilfred Ndidi, whom he has succeeded in the squad. Midfielder Alex Iwobi has made a change from his usual number 18 to 17, and Samuel Chukwueze remains with his number 11 shirt.JAMB Portal
As they make their 20th appearance in the AFCON finals, the Super Eagles, under the guidance of coach Jose Peseiro, are placed in Group A, where they will face the host nation Cote d’Ivoire and Equatorial Guinea. The allocation of these jersey numbers is more than just a formality; it often reflects the roles and expectations of the players within the team setup.
The Super Eagles AFCON squad jersey numbers are as follows:
- Francis Uzoho
- Ola Aina
- Zaidu Sanusi
- Alhassan Yusuf
- William Troost-Ekong
- Semi Ajayi
- Ahmed Musa
- Frank Onyeka
- Victor Osimhen
- Joe Aribo
- Samuel Chukwueze
- Bright Osayi-Samuel
- Bruno Onyemaechi
- Kelechi Iheanacho
- Moses Simon
- Ojo Olorunleke
- Alex Iwobi
- Ademola Lookman
- Umar Sadiq
- Chidozie Awaziem
- Calvin Bassey
- Kenneth Omeruo
- Stanley Nwabili
- Victor Boniface
- Raphael Onyedika
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