As the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations approaches, the jersey numbers for the Super Eagles players have been officially revealed, signaling the team’s readiness for their 20th AFCON finals appearance.
Led by coach Jose Peseiro, the Super Eagles find themselves in Group A alongside hosts Cote d’Ivoire and Equatorial Guinea. Napoli striker Victor Osimhen maintains his hold on the number 9 shirt, solidifying his position as the team’s primary forward.
In a noteworthy assignment of numbers, Joe Aribo will proudly don the iconic number 10 jersey, while captain Ahmed Musa has opted to retain his renowned number seven jersey.
Among the new additions to the squad, Alhassan Yusuf will inherit the number 4 jersey, previously worn by Wilfred Ndidi, the player he replaced in the squad. Alex Iwobi has made a switch from number 18 to 17, and Samuel Chukwueze will continue to wear the number 11 shirt.
Here is the complete list of jersey numbers for the Super Eagles AFCON 2023 squad:
- Francis Uzoho
- Ola Aina
- Zaidu Sanusi
- Alhassan Yusuf
- William Troost-Ekong
- Semi Ajayi
- Ahmed Musa
- Frank Onyeka
- Victor Osimhen
- Joe Aribo
- Samuel Chukwueze
- Bright Osayi-Samuel
- Bruno Onyemaechi
- Kelechi Iheanacho
- Moses Simon
- Ojo Olorunleke
- Alex Iwobi
- Ademola Lookman
- Umar Sadiq
- Chidozie Awaziem
- Calvin Bassey
- Kenneth Omeruo
- Stanley Nwabili
- Victor Boniface
- Raphael Onyedika
With these assigned jersey numbers, the Super Eagles are geared up for the challenges that await them in the prestigious tournament.
