KAA Gent defender Jordan Torunarigha will take the place of Nathan Tella in Nigeria’s squad for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe.
Tella pulled out of the qualifiers due to injury.
The winger was hoping to make his return to the Super Eagles fold after last featuring in the team’s matchday two clash with Zimbabwe
“Camp Update: Jordan Torunarigha has been called to replace injured Nathan Tella. We wish Nathan quick recovery,” reads a short message on the Super Eagles X account.
Torunarigha has made 33 appearances across all competitions for Gent this season.
Torunarigha has been capped once at the international level by Nigeria.