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The Nigerian national team, known as the Super Eagles, is set to face Russia in a friendly international game on June 6 at Moscow’s Luzhniki Stadium.
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Various key players have been forced to withdraw from the team due to injuries, personal obligations, and travel problems.
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The Rangers forward Cyriel Dessers will not be part of the squad since he is at his wedding ceremony, according to credible sources.
On Friday, June 6, the Nigerian Super Eagles will play against Russia in a friendly match at Moscow’s Luzhniki Stadium, missing some important athletes.
Ahmed Musa, who leads the team, had previously departed from the training camp to finalize his marriage with his beloved partner, Asmau Moriki.
Musa, who left the camp after the Nigeria vs Ghana game at the Unity Cup in London, quietly married his fourth wife in a private ceremony held in Kano.
The footballer’s latest wedding represents yet another significant event in his private life, following numerous instances where his previous romances have caught public attention.
Cyriel Dessers set to marry his girlfriend
Also, striker Cyriel Dessers will follow suit as the Rangers forward is set to walk down the aisle on Saturday, June 7.
As a result, he won’t be able to participate in the highly anticipated international friendly match between Nigeria and Russia.
Dessers has been allowed to step away from the team temporarily to participate in a family occasion, as confirmed by sources stating he plans to marry his partner soon.
The Nigerian journalist Tobi Adepoju has reported on X that the team, which has won the Africa Cup of Nations three times, is facing numerous absences caused by injuries, personal obligations, and difficulties with travel documents.
It is reported by Soccernet that Ola Aina also withdrew from the match because of unspecified personal matters.
The Leicester City midfielder WilfriedNd idi is injured and will not be considered for selection.
Sadiq Umar, who is still recuperating from an injury, won’t be considered for selection either.
Furthermore, AC Milan’s wing player Samuel Chukwueze and Sevilla striker Kelechi Iheanacho both asked to be excluded from the team due to personal family matters.
As he progresses on his journey, Nathan Tella of Bayer Leverkusen appears to be facing challenges with renewing his passport in the United Kingdom and consequently hasn’t been able to join the squad.
Even though some regular players are absent, the Nigerian team’s head coach, Eric Chelle, has put together a formidable lineup. This roster includes experienced international athletes alongside exceptional talents who were part of the championship-winning Unity Cup squad.
The match against Russia forms part of Nigeria’s preparation for important upcoming games in the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers and the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
Steve McLaren praises Super Eagles
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Previously mentioned was the revelation from Steve McClaren, who leads Jamaica’s national football squad, stating that they encountered a formidable Nigerian team known as the Super Eagles. This latter group is managed by Eric Chelle and boasts an impressive lineup of stars.
As reported by Complete Sports, the ex-assistant coach of Manchester United commended the technical skills of the Nigerian players and their capability to accurately understand and implement the coach’s directions.
The strategist, who has previously overseen the England national team, pointed out that numerous players in the roster represent some of the most prominent clubs throughout Europe and the UK.
