The Super Eagles of Nigeria have officially begun their preparations for the much anticipated international friendly against Russia, scheduled for Friday. The team held their first training session in Moscow on today, marking the start of on ground preparations for the high profile clash. With sharp focus the coaching crew led by Eric Chelle began fine tuning formations and assessing player fitness ahead of the encounter.
All 20 invited players are now in camp, with the final arrival being Bruno Onyemaechi, who joined the team late due to a visa delay. The Boavista defender missed Tuesday’s training session but linked up with his teammates just in time for the first full training session in Russia. His inclusion completes a squad that features a blend of experienced internationals and promising newcomers, all eager to stake their claim for a regular spot on the national team.
Among the notable names present in Moscow are Maduka Okoye, William Troost-Ekong, Moses Simon, and Victor Boniface, alongside rising stars like Fisayo Dele-Bashiru, Isaac Saviour, and Papa Mustapha Daniels. The friendly presents an opportunity for fringe players to impress, while offering the coaching staff a chance to test new combinations and build a strong team ahead of future qualifiers and tournaments.
Friday’s clash against Russia is expected to be a solid test for Nigeria, as they continue to rebuild and restructure the squad following recent competitions. Fans and analysts will be watching closely to see how the team gels under the current technical crew, with this fixture serving as a benchmark for tactical progress and player development.
