The Super Eagles Coach Jose Peseiro, Captain Ahmed Musa and others are expected to arrive in Algiers on Sunday, for the Sept. 23rd International friendly match against Algeria.
The Home-based Coaches led by Saliu Yusuf, Ike Shorunmu and other officials of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) will leave Nigeria on Monday for the North-African Country.
Super Eagles’ Goalkeepers Trainer, Ike Shorunmu who spoke during an interview on Sunday said all invited players are expected to begin training on Monday and all arrangements for the success of the game have been done.
He said; “Super Eagles officials will be departing Nigeria for Algeria on Monday to meet up with the Eagles Head Coach and other members of the team to prepare for the International friendly against Algeria.’’
“I believe by Tuesday everybody would be on ground to take part in the training session for the friendly tie.’’
“We are taking the match seriously to maintain Super Eagles pedigree in the International scene. Algeria is a tough and experienced team and former African champions. The tune up game will be a good test for the Super Eagles as the coaches look to build a formidable squad ready to face any team in future.’’
The Eagles also have a match with the Portuguese National team in an International tune up game next month.