The Super Eagles will be back in action this March as Nigeria confirmed participation in a four-nation invitational tournament in Amman, Jordan, during the FIFA international window.
Eric Chelle’s side will compete alongside Iran, Jordan and Costa Rica in what promises to be a competitive mini-tournament designed to sharpen the squad ahead of a crucial period for Nigerian football.
With momentum building after a third-place finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, this tournament offers another opportunity to test the squad against quality international opposition.
Nigeria vs Iran Opens the Tournament
Nigeria begin their campaign on Friday, 27 March 2026, against Iran at the 17,000-capacity Amman International Stadium.
Iran, coached by Amir Ghalenoei, are one of Asia’s strongest sides and will use the tournament as preparation for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where they are drawn in a challenging group alongside Belgium, Egypt and New Zealand.
For the Super Eagles, the fixture provides a tactical test against disciplined opposition and a chance to evaluate squad depth during the international window.
On the same day, hosts Jordan will take on Costa Rica at the 62,000-seat King Abdullah II Sports City Stadium.
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Final Match Against Hosts Jordan
The tournament concludes on Tuesday, 31 March, when Nigeria face Jordan in their second fixture.
Jordan, who are also preparing for the 2026 World Cup, will see this as a major opportunity to test themselves against African opposition. With both matches scheduled within the same international break, squad rotation and fitness management will be key factors for Chelle.
Kick-off times are expected to be confirmed soon.
FIFA Play-Off Situation Adds Twist
Interestingly, the tournament coincides with developments surrounding the Inter-Continental World Cup play-offs.
Nigeria have petitioned FIFA over the alleged use of ineligible players by DR Congo during the African play-offs. Should FIFA rule in Nigeria’s favour, the Super Eagles could potentially withdraw from the Amman tournament to focus on play-off commitments.
That uncertainty adds another layer of intrigue to March’s international schedule.
A Key Step in Chelle’s Long-Term Plan
According to Nigeria Football Federation officials, the Amman tournament forms part of a broader technical development strategy aimed at strengthening the national team setup.
With World Cup qualification ambitions and long-term squad building in focus, these fixtures offer Chelle a valuable opportunity to experiment, assess emerging talents and refine tactical systems ahead of competitive matches later in the year.
