In a commanding training match held in Abu Dhabi on Sunday, Nigeria’s Super Eagles secured a resounding 12-0 victory against local team Al Gharbia FC, currently playing in the third division in Abu Dhabi.
Head coach Jose Peseiro strategically made numerous changes to assess all available options before the team’s upcoming Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) opener against Equatorial Guinea next Sunday.
African Footballer of the Year Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman showcased their prowess with multiple goals, while Moses Simon, Sadiq Umar, and Ahmed Musa also contributed to the impressive victory.
The team faces another AFCON-bound opponent, Guinea, on Monday, marking a crucial final warm-up before heading to Lagos for the 34th edition of AFCON, set to kick off on January 13th and conclude on February 11th, 2024.
Quest: Cris-Edesiri Odjomah