Four Super Eagles Players Depart Camp Before Jordan Friendly
Filmogaz.com understands that four Super Eagles players have left the national team camp ahead of Tuesday’s international friendly against Jordan. The exits reduce available options for the coaching staff before the match.
- Calvin Bassey — defender.
- Semi Ajayi — defender.
- Bruno Onyemaechi — defender.
- Maduka Okoye — goalkeeper (Udinese).
Reasons for the departures
Injury issues forced three players to withdraw. Bassey, Ajayi and Okoye are all sidelined with knocks.
Okoye sustained a thigh injury while on club duty. He will miss Nigeria’s friendly against Jordan.
Family absence
Bruno Onyemaechi exited camp for personal reasons. He left to be with his partner following the birth of their daughter.
Confirmation and context
The information was shared on X by BBC journalist Oluwashina Okeleji. Filmogaz.com reports the updates based on his post.
With the four players departing camp, the coaching staff faces a short-term selection challenge. The squad will name any replacements as required before kickoff.