Nigeria, Aug. 23 -- Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle has released a 31-man provisional squad for next month's 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Rwanda and South Africa.

The list, made public by the Nigeria Football Federation Communications Department is dominated by established names as Nigeria look to revive their qualifying campaign.

Captain William Troost-Ekong, midfielder Wilfred Ndidi, and playmaker Alex Iwobi headline the experienced group, while Napoli striker Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman of Atalanta, and Bayer Leverkusen's Victor Boniface provide firepower in attack.

Chelle has also called up a number of other dynamic players who are also making their mark.

Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, Nathan Tella and goalkeeper E...