Nineteen-year-old attacking midfielder Mubarak Suleiman has received his maiden Super Eagles invitation after being named in Nigeria’s squad for the November 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Tanzania.
Sports247 reports that the Slavia Prague midfielder is among the fresh faces included by head coach Eric Chelle as Nigeria prepare for two important encounters against the East African nation.
Suleiman’s invitation represents a significant milestone in his young career, providing him with an opportunity to step up to senior international football and showcase his abilities on a bigger stage.
The 19-year-old has attracted attention through his performances for the Czech Republic-based club, earning recognition from the Super Eagles coaching crew and a place in the national team setup.
His inclusion also reflects Chelle’s willingness to assess emerging talents as he continues to shape his squad for the qualification campaign.
Although this is Suleiman’s first senior call-up, the midfielder will now have the opportunity to train alongside established Nigerian internationals, gain valuable experience, and compete for a possible debut.
Nigeria’s squad features experienced players across the departments, including Wilfred Ndidi, Alex Iwobi, Ademola Lookman, Moses Simon, and Victor Osimhen, while Suleiman joins Samson Tijani as one of the notable new inclusions.
The Super Eagles will host Tanzania on Friday, November 13, at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo before travelling to Zanzibar for the return fixture on Tuesday, November 17.
For Suleiman, the immediate challenge will be to make a positive impression during preparations and convince the technical crew that he deserves an opportunity to represent Nigeria on the international stage.
At just 19, the maiden invitation marks an encouraging step in his football journey and offers a glimpse of what could become a promising international career.
