Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, seems determined to make the most of the upcoming international friendly against Russia by fielding his strongest team. This match, scheduled for June 6 in Moscow, will be a historic one, as it marks the first-ever encounter between Nigeria and Russia at full international level.
Chelle’s decision to rely on the core players from recent matches against Rwanda and Zimbabwe indicates a desire to build continuity and momentum for the team. The friendly provides an opportunity for the Super Eagles to test their strengths against a European side in preparation for future competitions, while also giving players a chance to showcase their abilities on the international stage.
In addition to this, the four-nation tournament in England featuring Ghana, Jamaica, and Trinidad and Tobago will offer further chances for Chelle to fine-tune the squad and assess different tactical approaches. It will also give the Super Eagles a variety of international opposition to test themselves against, which could be valuable ahead of any major qualifiers or tournaments.
How do you think this friendly against Russia and the subsequent tournament in England will help shape Nigeria’s squad and tactics moving forward?