With Osimhen sidelined because of Injury, Boniface is set to spearhead the attack.
Ahead of the Super Eagles' third round of games of the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Libya, Augustine Eguavoen will be without African Player of the Year Victor Osimhen for the clash.
Nigeria are back in action this month after picking four points from two games last month.
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Nigeria's campaign has been solid, with a 3-0 victory over Benin and a goalless draw against Rwanda.
They currently lead the group with four points. Libya, on the other hand, is at the bottom with one draw and one defeat.
Nigeria host Libya in Uyo
The three-time African champions will host Libya at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium on Friday.
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Nigeria vs Libya: Time and where to watch Super Eagles take on Mediterranean Knights in AFCON 2025 qualifier
Time and where to watch the Super Eagles of Nigeria take on the Mediterranean Knights of Libya in an AFCON 2025 qualifier
The Super Eagles aim to secure their qualification and continue their dominance on the African continent.
Super Eagles Possible Line up without Osimhen
The Super Eagles will be without their star striker, Victor Osimhen, due to injury.
Olisa Ndah is also sidelined due to injury. But despite these absences, Nigeria boast a strong squad with players like Wilfred Ndidi, Victor Boniface, and Samuel Chukwueze.
With Osimhen out, Boniface will be expected to lead the attack. His impressive form for Bayer Leverkusen makes him a key player for the Super Eagles to lead the frontline.
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'He is with us spiritually' — Super Eagles boss Eguavoen opens up on Osimhen absence against Libya
Super Eagles caretaker coach Austin Eguavoen has opened up on Victor Osimhen's absence from the squad ahead of the AFCON2025 double-header against Libya.
Here is how Augustine Eguavoen might start against Libya (343):
Goalkeeper: Stanley Nwabili
Defenders: Calvin Bassey, William Troost-Ekong, Semi Ajayi,
Midfielders: Raphael Onyedika, Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, Wilfred Ndidi, Ola Aina
Attackers: Ademola Lookman, Victor Boniface, Samuel Chukwueze.
With this team, Nigeria is the clear favourite in this match, given their superior squad and recent form. While Libya will be motivated to upset the Super Eagles, Nigeria's quality and experience are expected to prevail.