Nigerian footballers have begun their preparations for an international friendly against Russia. Seventeen players participated in their first training session in Nizhny Novgorod on Saturday. The team arrived in the Russian city ahead of the match scheduled for Tuesday evening at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium.
Forward Akor Adams has called on the team to respond strongly in the upcoming match against Russia. Adams expressed his desire for the Super Eagles to improve upon their recent 3-0 loss to Guinea-Bissau. The team’s performance in the previous game has prompted calls for greater focus and determination ahead of the friendly.
The Super Eagles’ training session marks the start of their preparations for the match. The team’s coach has emphasized the importance of the game as a chance to test new strategies and build team cohesion. The friendly will take place at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium, a venue known for hosting international matches. The match is expected to provide valuable experience for the squad ahead of future competitions.
