The Super Eagles camp in Moscow is now complete with all 22 invited players present ahead of Nigeria's international friendly match against Russia scheduled for Friday.
According to reports, 18 players arrived at the team's camp on Monday, with Olakunle Olusegun and Bruno Onyemaechi joining the squad on Tuesday. However, Onyemaechi missed the team's first training session due to his late arrival.
Squad Adjustments
Head coach Eric Chelle has been forced to make several adjustments to his initial squad following withdrawals and injuries to some players. The revised squad is now focused on preparations for the friendly encounter.
The team is expected to continue their training sessions on Wednesday as they fine-tune tactics and strategies for the upcoming match against Valery Karpin's side.
Match Details
The international friendly between Nigeria and Russia will take place at the iconic Luzhniki Stadium in Moscow on Friday. This match represents an important test for both teams as they prepare for upcoming competitive fixtures.
Meanwhile, Russian defender Krugovoy has expressed confidence ahead of the match, stating that they are not scared of the Super Eagles. Similarly, Russian midfielder Matvey Kislyak echoed these sentiments, declaring that they do not fear the Nigerian team.
It has also been reported that star striker Victor Osimhen will not feature in the match, with Coach Chelle explaining the reasons behind this decision.
The friendly match offers an opportunity for players like Felix Agu, who has expressed keen interest in receiving more Super Eagles invitations, to showcase their talents on the international stage.