Former Super Eagles attacker Victor Obinna has shared his expectations ahead of Nigeria's international friendly match against Russia scheduled for Friday in Moscow.

Obinna, who spent four years with Lokomotiv Moscow during his playing career, expressed optimism about the upcoming fixture, stating that he anticipates "a very good game" between the two nations.

Obinna Praises Current Super Eagles Squad

The former Inter Milan and West Ham United star spoke highly of the current Nigerian team under manager Eric Chelle's guidance.

"The current Nigerian team is a good team with a lot of good players, especially forwards," Obinna told Championat. "Of course, I'll watch the Russia-Nigeria match. I think it will be a very good test for both teams."

He added that there are high expectations in Nigeria regarding the match: "People in Nigeria are expecting a very good game because we're facing a strong opponent."

Match Details

The international friendly between Russia and Nigeria is scheduled to kick off at 6 p.m. Nigerian time on Friday in Moscow.

This match comes amid reports that several key Super Eagles players, including Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman, will be absent from the fixture, though the Russian coach Valery Karpin has stated that their absence doesn't make the Nigerian team any weaker.

Football enthusiasts across Nigeria will be watching closely as the Super Eagles test their strength against the Russian national team in what promises to be an exciting international friendly encounter.