Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has expressed confidence in his squad’s depth ahead of Nigeria’s international friendly against Poland, despite the absence of key attackers Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman.
The Nigerian team heads into the fixture looking to build on its recent momentum following an impressive outing at the Unity Cup tournament.
Chelle Backs Squad Depth
Speaking ahead of the match in Warsaw, Chelle said Nigeria possesses enough quality players capable of stepping up when needed.
The coach maintained that the team remains competitive even without some of its biggest stars.
According to him, several players within the squad are ready to seize the opportunity and contribute positively.
Osimhen and Lookman Ruled Out
Chelle had earlier confirmed that both Osimhen and Lookman would not feature in the friendly encounter.
The absence of the two forwards has generated discussions among supporters, given their importance to the national team in recent years.
However, the coach believes the available players can successfully fill the gap.
Super Eagles Aim to Maintain Winning Momentum
Nigeria approach the match in high spirits after securing a convincing victory over Jamaica in the Unity Cup final.
The fixture against Poland offers another opportunity for Chelle to assess his squad and strengthen preparations for future competitive assignments.