Calvin Bassey has thanked Fulham supporters for their backing this season as he prepares to represent Nigeria in the Super Eagles’ upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against Tanzania, Footynaija.com reports.
The 26-year-old defender is among the players called up by head coach Éric Chelle for the two matches, with Nigeria looking to strengthen their qualification chances after a difficult start to their Group L campaign.
Bassey will be joined by his Fulham teammate Alex Iwobi, who also made Chelle’s 24-man squad for the November fixtures.
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The Super Eagles will welcome Tanzania to the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Friday, November 13, before travelling to Zanzibar for the return fixture on November 17.
Nigeria currently have three points from their opening two matches, having beaten Madagascar 2-1 before suffering a 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau.
Bassey sends message to Fulham supporters
Taking to social media before joining up with the Nigerian squad, Bassey thanked Fulham supporters for their backing at Craven Cottage and away from home.
“Off to represent my country. Same hunger, same fight.
“FULHAM FAMILY, THANK YOU.
“Thank you for the loud support and unreal energy every single week at the Cottage and on the road!
“Heading off to represent the Super Eagles, but the mission here stays the same. We keep pushing, we keep building, and we come back even stronger.
“See you all soon. COYW!” he wrote.
Bassey has become an important part of Fulham’s defence since joining the London club from Ajax in July 2023.
The Nigerian signed a four-year contract, with the option of an additional year, after spending just one season in the Netherlands.
He has since established himself in Marco Silva’s team, making regular appearances in the Premier League and earning recognition for his defensive work.
The defender will now turn his attention to international duty as Nigeria prepare for two important meetings with Tanzania, with the Super Eagles needing positive results to keep their AFCON 2027 qualification campaign on track.
