Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle is slated to lead Nigeria to a must-win clash against the Gabon national team in the upcoming 2026 World Cup playoffs…
Former Remo Stars midfielder Ebenezer Akinsamiro has been recently linked with a Super Eagles call-up following his recent performance for Pisa SC, Soccernet.ng reports.
The Inter Milan midfielder, currently on loan at Pisa, has been turning heads in Serie A with his composed performances beyond his years.
As Nigeria prepare for a decisive World Cup playoff showdown against Gabon, his name has emerged strongly among those tipped for an invitation to the senior national team.
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With Eric Chelle assessing fresh midfield options to strengthen his squad, Akinsanmiro’s emergence could not be better timed.
The Ex-Remo Stars product has shown poise in Italy’s top flight, and multiple reports suggest he could be among the new faces listed for Nigeria’s upcoming international window—pending final confirmation from the Nigeria Football Federation and the coach’s technical team.
Akinsanmiro linked to maiden Super Eagles call-up
Several outlets this week have reported that Akinsanmiro has been included in a provisional pool for the World Cup playoff tie against Gabon.
While an official squad list has not been released at the time of filing this report, the indications show Chelle’s is likely to reward the 20-year-old with an invite for the crucial clash.
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Akinsamiro’s numbers so far
Akinsanmiro has enjoyed a positive spell at Pisa, featuring consistently as a central midfielder. In his most recent outing, the midfielder earned praise for his performance and registered a respectable match rating on respected stats platforms.
Per Sofascore, He registered an assist against AC Milan, completing 27 of 30 passes at a 90 per cent success rate while producing seven recoveries and two interceptions in a composed performance.
Against Lazio, he came off the bench and maintained control in tight areas, completing 88 per cent of his passes and winning six of eight ground duels, alongside four tackles and five ball recoveries.
He followed that up with a standout display versus Torino, recording 22 successful passes, five recoveries, an interception, and a dominant eight wins from nine ground duels on his way to a 7.4 rating.
Across these fixtures, his duel strength and defensive awareness have strengthened his call to the senior national team.
Does the Inter Milan gem deserve a World Cup playoff invite?
In his current form, Akinsanmiro certainly has a compelling case. He is playing elite football at a young age. While his senior-team experience remains limited, his exposure in Serie A makes him an interesting option for Chelle as Nigeria look to bolster their squad for the key fixtures.
If the reports materialise into an official call-up, Akinsamiro will be hoping to help Nigeria secure their 2026 World Cup tickets, starting with the game against Gabon.