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Nigeria’s Super Eagles are set to meet Iran on Friday afternoon in a friendly match at Corendon Airlines Park in Antalya, Turkey, scheduled for a 4 p.m. Nigerian time kick-off.
This friendly marks the first of two March fixtures under the guidance of coach Eric Chelle, as the team gears up for the AFCON qualifiers.
Captain Wilfred Ndidi is expected to anchor the midfield, alongside Alex Iwobi, while Ademola Lookman is expected to lead the attack in the absence of Victor Osimhen.
The match is important for the Super Eagles, as they look to build team cohesion following a mixed World Cup campaign. Under Chelle’s management, the team aims to solidify its squad ahead of the upcoming AFCON qualifiers.
The game also holds historical significance, as Nigeria and Iran have a storied history in international football, with their last encounter being a 1998 friendly win for Nigeria and a 2014 World Cup draw. This friendly presents an opportunity for both teams to test their mettle as they move forward into crucial continental competitions.
