Nigeria head coach Eric Sekou Chelle has unveiled his starting lineup for the Super Eagles’ crucial World Cup qualifying playoff final against the Democratic Republic of Congo.

The Malian tactician has made two changes to the side that started the semifinal victory over Gabon.

Semi Ajayi comes in for Bright Osayi-Samuel in the back four, joining Calvin Bassey, Zaidu Sanusi, and Benjamin Fredrick in defence.

Frank Onyeka replaces Akor Adams, with the Brentford man set to line up alongside Alex Iwobi and captain Wilfred Ndidi in the centre of the park.

Victor Osimhen leads the attack and will be supported on the flanks by Ademola Lookman and Samuel Chukwueze.

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🔃 Two changes from our win over Gabon.
🪄 Iwobi pulls the strings in midfield.
🔝 Osimhen leads the line.#SoarSuperEagles #NGADRC #FIFAWCQ2026 pic.twitter.com/jFdJRgUHPj

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