Chelle Confirms Osimhen, Lookman to Miss Portugal, Poland Friendlies

Chelle explains Osimhen, Lookman omissions ahead of Poland, Portugal friendlies - Businessday NG

Coach Chelle ruled out Osimhen (transfer limbo) and Lookman (physical and mental fatigue) from Nigeria's June friendlies against Poland and Portugal. Fringe players get audition time ahead of the 2027 AFCON qualifiers; Chelle signals he will bench star names not at full fitness over squad depth concerns.