Super Eagles Update: Finidi boys ramp up jollof war preparation with sweaty sessions [PHOTOS]

The Super Eagles stars led by Stanley Nwabali and Alex Iwobi celebrate winning a session.

Super Eagles Update: Finidi boys ramp up jollof war preparation with sweaty sessions [PHOTOS]

Izuchukwu Akawor 08:52 - 21.03.2024

A full Nigeria squad united as Finidi George's Super Eagles turn up heat in Marrakech for Ghana and Mali.

The Super Eagles camp is now at full strength as the full complement of players have joined up under interim boss Finidi George ahead of this month's friendly double-header against Ghana and Mali.

After a staggered arrival of players into the Moroccan city of Marrakech, the squad has been put through their paces in intense training sessions as they ramp up preparations for the "Jollof War".

The Super Eagles's social media channels gave fans a glimpse into the hard work being done, sharing photos of the group sweating it out in the sun under George's watchful eye.

There was also a picture celebrating the "winning team" from an internal training game, with the likes of Bright Osayi-Samuel, Alex Iwobi and Stanley Nwabali leading the celebrations.

Finidi George of Nigeria during the TotalEnergies Caf Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon 2023) match between Cote D Ivoire and Nigeria.
Finidi George of Nigeria during the TotalEnergies Caf Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon 2023) match between Cote D Ivoire and Nigeria. (Photo Credit: Imago)

Last to Arrive at Super Eagles camp

Osayi-Samuel was among the final trio of players to link up with the rest of the group in Morocco, joining Kenneth Omeruo and Benjamin Tanimu as the last arrivals.

With a full 23-man squad now at his disposal, George will be hoping to quickly implement his tactics and shape his side ahead of the crunch Ghana clash on March 22nd.

Bright Osayi-Samuel has arrived the Super Eagles camp.
Bright Osayi-Samuel has arrived the Super Eagles camp.

Nigeria will then round off the international window by taking on the Eagles of Mali four days later as they step up their preparations for major qualifiers coming up.

With the ominous prospect of missing out on the continental showpiece, there is little margin for error in these crucial preparation games against familiar West African foes.

The winning team in the Super Eagles internal training match.
The winning team in the Super Eagles internal training match. (Photo Credit: Super Eagles/X)

George will be demanding his players leave nothing in the tank during these gruelling training sessions as the countdown continues to the latest instalment of international football's "Jollof War".

Photos of Super Eagles in training

The senior man, Kelechi Iheanacho looks relaxed.
The senior man, Kelechi Iheanacho looks relaxed.
Belgium based Raphael Onyedika will be hoping for more game time under Finidi George.
Belgium based Raphael Onyedika will be hoping for more game time under Finidi George.
Nathan Tella and Fisayo Dele-Bashiru are also looking to get game time in the Super Eagles.
Nathan Tella and Fisayo Dele-Bashiru are also looking to get game time in the Super Eagles.
Super Eagles's Anthony Joshua, Osayi-Samuel.
Super Eagles's Anthony Joshua, Osayi-Samuel.
Wilfred Ndidi back with the Super Eagles after missing the AFCON.
Wilfred Ndidi back with the Super Eagles after missing the AFCON.
Cyriel Dessers (left) and Frank Onyeka (far left).
Cyriel Dessers (right) and Frank Onyeka (far left).
  • All pictures are courtesy the Super Eagles (Instagram).

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