World Cup 2018 Russia Essential Guide by Ultimate World Cup Books

Author:Ultimate World Cup Books
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Penguin Publishing Group
Published: 2018-05-29T04:00:00+00:00

NIGERIA

COACH: GERNOT ROHR

TEAM NICKNAME: THE SUPER EAGLES

PREVIOUS APPEARANCES: 5 • WINS: 0 • FIFA RANKING: 50

Nigeria is historically a very strong African team, and while it’s one of the lower-ranked sides in the tournament, this year is no exception. The team is known for both a very sturdy defense and a number of fast players who can quickly win the ball off opponents and charge toward the goal. These counterattacks can take advantage of even the smallest mistakes from the other team, and they could help Nigeria surprise its group rivals—the team came back from behind to beat Argentina 4–2 in a friendly match last year.

Perhaps the most famous member of the current squad, captain John Obi Mikel plays in the midfield for London club Chelsea, where he’s won domestic and European championships. Obi Mikel brings years of experience and discipline to the Nigerian team, but he won’t have to do all the work: He’s joined by fellow Chelsea player Victor Moses and Leicester forward Ahmed Musa, plus exciting young talent like Kelechi Iheanacho (Leicester) and Alex Iwobi (Arsenal), who also have experience winning trophies with their domestic league clubs.

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