Nigeria’s Olympic Eagles are in Lubumbashi to begin preparations for the first leg of their 2027 Africa U-23 Cup of Nations qualifying tie against DR Congo, with the match scheduled for Friday. Multiple outlets focus on both sides’ build-up as they move from arrival and training into match preparation.
Daily Post Nigeria reports details on logistics and squad readiness, including Nigeria settling in Lubumbashi with all 23 invited players and head coach Éric Chelle unveiling a 23-man squad featuring seven home-based players. The same outlet also covers DR Congo’s camp, saying invited players take part in gym sessions as they assemble, and adds DR Congo coach Guy Bukasa’s 26-man squad composition, including nine foreign-based players.
Other coverage emphasises the setting around the fixture. The Punch frames the story around Nigeria’s step-up in preparation in Congo ahead of the qualifier, while Daily Post Nigeria also notes DR Congo is expected to host the opening match behind closed doors at TP Mazembe Stadium.
