The Super Eagles will rely on the attacking trio of Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, and Moses Simon as Nigeria face Rwanda on Saturday in their quest for a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Nigeria, currently sitting fourth in Group C, must secure victory to keep their qualification hopes alive.
Captain William Troost-Ekong will start from the bench, with Benjamin Fredrick stepping into the defence. Wilfred Ndidi is expected to captain the team in his absence.
Nigeria Starting XI:
Stanley Nwabali (GK); Ola Aina, Bruno Onyemaechi, Benjamin Fredrick, Calvin Bassey; Frank Onyeka, Wilfred Ndidi (C), Alex Iwobi; Moses Simon, Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman.