The group had their first coaching session in Ikenne on Tuesday beneath the supervision of head coach, Éric Chelle.
28 gamers took half within the session held on the Remo Stars Sports Complex, Ikenne.
Rangers’ trio Chimobi Igwilo, Kenneth Igboke and Chibueze Oputa later joined the group in camp following their involvement within the Flying Antelopes’ CAF Champions League second preliminary spherical second leg tie in opposition to MC Alger of Algeria.
The trio are anticipated to be a part of the group’s coaching session on Wednesday. The group will prepare twice ( morning and night).
The U-23 Eagles are anticipated to accentuate preparations for the second spherical tie in opposition to DR Congo with all of the invited gamers now in camp.
DR Congo will host the primary leg on the TP Mazembe Stadium, Lubumbashi on Friday, 13 November 2026
The reverse fixture is slated for the Remo Stars Sports Complex, Ikenne on Tuesday, 17 November 2026.
The winner will face both Sierra Leone or Burkina Faso within the ultimate qualifying spherical.
