No Osimhen, No Lookman Eric Chelle Names 24-Man Experimental Super Eagles Squad For Russia Friendly

No Osimhen, No Lookman Eric Chelle Names 24-Man Experimental Super Eagles Squad for Russia Friendly Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has announced a 24-man squad for Nigeria’s upcoming international friendly against Russia, with star forwards Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman left out of the team.The squad is expected to provide Chelle with an opportunity to assess several players ahead of future competitive fixtures, with the coach opting for an experimental selection for the encounter.Osimhen and Lookman are among the notable absentees from the squad. The decision means Nigeria will face Russia without two of its prominent attacking players as Chelle continues to evaluate his options and build depth within the Super Eagles. The 24-man selection features a mixture of established internationals and players seeking to strengthen their positions in the national team.Chelle is expected to use the friendly to examine different tactical options and assess players who could become part of Nigeria’s plans for upcoming international assignments. The match against Russia will also give several squad members an opportunity to make an impression under the Franco-Malian coach.Nigeria’s meeting with Russia forms part of the Super Eagles’ preparations for future competitions. Chelle has continued to work on developing a squad capable of competing across multiple fronts, with friendlies providing an opportunity to test players and tactical combinations outside competitive matches. The full 24-man squad is expected to report for camp ahead of the fixture.