Nigeria vs Saudi Arabia: Super Eagles, Green Falcons set for supremacy battle in Portugal

The Super Eagles of Nigeria are set for action again after the goals feast in their last outing in the AFCON qualifiers where they rounded off in style; hammering Sao Tome and Principe 6-0 at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo.

This time, the Super Eagles will be in action in the Portuguese city of Portimao where they will be battling against the Roberto Mancini-led Saudi Arabia team.

With their eyes on next month’s World Cup qualifiers and even the fast-approaching Africa Cup of Nations, the Super Eagles are expected to give a good account of themselves against the Green Falcons who are also getting into shape for the Munidal qualifiers as well as their regional tournament.

Super Eagles squad train ahead of an int'l friendly against Saudi Arabia
Super Eagles squad train ahead of an int’l friendly against Saudi Arabia

Nigerians are three-time champions of Africa just as Saudi Arabians are three-time champions of Asia.

Friday’s eagerly-anticipated encounter will be the only second game between both teams and a lot has changed since Nigeria…

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