2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Super Eagles Call-Up Excites Kayode Bankole

2026 World Cup Qualifiers: Super Eagles Call-Up Excites Kayode Bankole

Precious Oham

Remo Stars goalkeeper, Kayode Bankole has expressed joy and happiness following his invitation to the Super Eagles, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

The Remo Stars shot-stopper is among the final list of 23 players invited for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matches against Rwanda and Zimbabwe by Super Eagles Head Coach Éric Sékou Chelle.

According to him, "I’m more than excited and honoured to have gotten my first call up to the Super Eagles team ahead of the World Cup qualifiers.

"Thanks to everyone for the support. Now, let’s get to work. It's time to get the World Cup ticket for our fatherland."

Nigeria will confront group C leaders Rwanda in Kigali on Friday, 21st March before taking on Zimbabwe’s Warriors at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo four days later.