According to a report by OwnGoalNigeria.com on Monday, November 2, 2026, Tim Iroegbunam, a midfielder for Hull City, has officially changed his nationality from England to Nigeria and sent the required paperwork to FIFA.

The 23-year-old made the move from Everton to Hull City in the summer transfer window. He was born in England to parents from Nigeria and has played youth international level for Europe.

During his recent discussions with Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle, Iroegbunam committed to Nigeria for his international future.

The midfielder has now sent FIFA the necessary paperwork to change his national team allegiance, which he started shortly after.

According to the report, Iroegbunam is already in possession of a Nigerian passport and is receiving help from a relative who is knowledgeable about this type of thing.

Chelle has been making great efforts to persuade European elite players of Nigerian heritage to play for Nigeria on the international stage.

Several African national teams are pursuing the strategy of recruiting eligible dual-nationality players to bolster their squads, according to the Super Eagles coach.

Iroegbunam has made great strides in changing his nationality, but he will miss the forthcoming Africa Cup of Nations qualifying matches for Nigeria.

Before the midfielder can formally play for the Super Eagles, he must wait for FIFA to finish the required clearance procedure.

As Chelle considers adding him to the roster, Nigeria is bolstering its midfield options in preparation for forthcoming international assignments.