Super Eagles intensify preparations ahead of CHAN qualifiers against Ghana

The Home-based Super Eagles of Nigeria are ramping up preparations for their crucial CHAN 2024 qualifying matches against Ghana’s Black Galaxies.

Training is underway at the Remo Stars Sports Institute in Ikenne-Remo, Ogun State, where the team is focused on securing their spot in the African Nations Championship.

A squad of 30 players has been assembled at the state-of-the-art facility, with the team eyeing a fourth appearance in the continental competition.

The matches against Ghana will be played over two legs, with the first taking place on Sunday, December 22, at Accra Sports Stadium, followed by the second leg in Nigeria.

Under the guidance of coaches Daniel Ogunmodede and Fidelis Ikechukwu, the players are dedicating extra time and effort to ensure they are fully prepared for the high-stakes encounter.

The Super Eagles B squad is determined to overcome Ghana, a side that has historically been a difficult opponent for Nigeria in CHAN qualifiers.

The African Nations Championship is unique in its format, allowing only players who compete in their respective domestic leagues to participate.

This rule has added significance for the Home-based Super Eagles, who aim to reclaim their place among Africa’s best after failing to qualify for the 2021 and 2023 editions.

Despite missing four CHAN tournaments in 2009, 2011, 2021, and 2023, Nigeria has a strong history in the competition, having won bronze in 2014 in South Africa and silver in 2018 in Morocco.

The team is eager to add another chapter to their CHAN success story and restore the pride of Nigerian football on the continental stage.

The rivalry between Nigeria and Ghana adds further intensity to this qualifying tie.

The Super Eagles view these games not only as an opportunity to reach CHAN 2024 but also to win back the trust and support of fans who were left disappointed by their absence from the last two tournaments.

With the countdown to the first leg in Accra well underway, the Home-based Super Eagles are leaving no stone unturned in their preparations.

Coaches and players alike are fully aware of the stakes, as they strive to deliver performances that will secure their passage to CHAN 2024 and reignite the nation’s passion for its homegrown football stars.