Who will Eric Chelle and Super Eagles face in New York in November?

A high-profile international friendly match between Nigeria's Super Eagles and Colombia's national team is set to take place at Citi Field in Queens, New York, on Tuesday, November 18.

This clash is part of a two-game series in the United States designed to prepare the Nigerian team for the upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

The November fixtures are a decisive part of the Super Eagles’ preparations, providing head coach Eric Chelle with an opportunity to test his squad against top-tier international competition.

The friendly against 14th-ranked Colombia is especially significant. It will allow Chelle to assess his players' performance against a team that has already secured its spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup, offering a benchmark for where the Super Eagles stand on the global stage.

Before their match against Colombia, the Super Eagles will face Venezuela in another friendly in Houston on November 14.

These two back-to-back fixtures will not only test the squad's physical endurance but also give Chelle a chance to refine his tactics and formation ahead of the AFCON tournament in Morocco.

The Super Eagles will open their AFCON campaign against Tanzania in Fez on December 23.

For Colombia, the game against Nigeria is one of two matches on their U.S. tour, with the other being against New Zealand on November 15 in Fort Lauderdale.

The South American squad, led by manager Nestor Lorenzo, will be looking to maintain their strong form as they build toward the World Cup - which they have already qualified for.

The friendly at Citi Field will be the third-ever meeting between Nigeria and Colombia. Their last encounter, a 1-1 draw in Milton Keynes in 2010, shows the competitive nature of their matches.

The Super Eagles will look to deliver a strong statement with a victory, demonstrating their readiness to compete for the AFCON title.