Sports

February 6, 2011

Late kick-off for Nigeria friendly

Nigeria’s hurriedly arranged friendly against Sierra Leone will kick off 7pm local time on Wednesday at the Teslim Balogun Stadium in Lagos.

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) have confirmed the availability of the country’s top stars including Osaze Odemwingie, Vincent Enyeama, Joseph Yobo and Mikel Obi for this clash. The Chelsea star will not feature in the match due to club doctor’s advice.

Turkey-based striker Emmanuel Emenike is expected to make his Super Eagles debut on Wednesday.

The Teslim Balogun Stadium, is also expected to stage next month’s 2012 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier between Nigeria and Ethiopia