Super Eagles Confirm Starting XI: Iwobi Makes 100th Appearance Against Portugal

The Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to face Portugal tonight at Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa, according to Afrik Foot.

Eric Chelle’s side drew with Poland in Warsaw last week, as goals from Terem Moffi and Paul Onuachu were cancelled out by strikes from Kacper Potulski and Przemyslaw Wisniewski.

Portugal, meanwhile, defeated Chile in a friendly on Saturday as they prepare for their 2026 FIFA World Cup campaign.

Portugal and Al-Nassr forward Cristiano Ronaldo. Copyright: ImagoxAlexandrexdexSousax

Super Eagles starting XI vs Portugal

Eric Chelle included Banik Ostrava wing‑back Abdullahi Bewene in the squad, replacing Femi Azeez after Milwall blocked the inclusion of their star player in Nigeria’s team for the matches against Poland and Portugal.

While Bewene started against Poland, the Franco‑Malian tactician has chosen to start Genk midfielder Christian Akpan at right‑back tonight. The 21‑year‑old earns his first Super Eagles cap.

Maduka Okoye continues in goal, and is joined by Semi Ajayi, Calvin Bassey and Bruno Onyemaechi in defence.

Poland vs Nigeria, Maduka Okoye in action for the Super Eagles. Copyright: ImagoxKatarzynaxPlewczynskax

Wilfred Ndidi anchors the midfield alongside Tochukwu Nnadi. For Alex Iwobi, it is a milestone appearance as he joins Vincent Enyeama, Joseph Yobo and Ahmed Musa on the list of Nigerian players to have reached 100 appearances for the national team.

At the top of Chelle’s diamond is Manchester United‑linked Fisayo Dele‑Bashiru, who has been given a rare start to impress in Lookman’s absence.

Onyemaechi Bruno, Ogbu Igoh and Moses Simon. Copyright: xVincentxKAMTOxIMAGO

Terem Moffi is dropped to the bench while Akor Adams leads the line alongside Moses Simon, who is playing his 98th game for the Super Eagles tonight.

Kick‑off for the friendly clash is scheduled for 8:45 PM WAT.

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