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The Digest:

With qualification secured, the Super Eagles' final group stage match becomes a stage for rotation and fresh legs. Head coach Eric Chelle has reshuffled his lineup dramatically, making eight changes to the starting eleven that defeated Tunisia, handing opportunities to new faces and resting key players.

Key Points:
  • Goalkeeper Francis Uzoho returns, replacing Stanley Nwabali between the posts.
  • Defender Ryan Alebiosu is set to make his senior national team debut at right-back.
  • Only Victor Osimhen, Calvin Bassey, and Bruno Onyemaechi retain their starting spots.
  • The midfield will feature Raphael Onyedika, Fisayo Dele-Basiru, and Samuel Chukwueze.
  • Paul Onuachu and Moses Simon join Osimhen in a revamped attacking front.
  • Nigeria has already qualified for the knockout stages with six points from two wins.
  • The match against Uganda kicks off at 5 PM Nigerian time on Tuesday.
This strategic rotation allows key players to rest while testing squad depth, as the team prepares for the more demanding knockout phase of the tournament.

Sources: Soccernet, Score Nigeria