Nathan Tella is in line to make his debut for Nigeria against Lesotho in their opening 2026 World Cup qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Thursday.
The Bayer Leverkusen winger received his maiden call-up to the national team after impressing in the Bundesliga this season with his pace and dribbling ability.
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Tella, who was born in England but qualifies to play for the Super Eagles through his parents, played a starring role for Burnley last term as they won promotion back to the Premier League at the first attempt.
The 24-year-old subsequently returned to his parent club Southampton, although he was soon on the move again after signing for Leverkusen in August.
