Super Eagles head coach Genort Rohr has revealed how the Nigerian team will approach the international friendly game against Egypt which will hold after Nigeria’s 2019 African Cup of Nations qualifying round of game against Seychelles bill to hold later this year.
Media outlets anticipate a tough and fiery contest after Genort Rohr confirmed that the Super Eagles will take the match very serious.
Genort Rohr confirmed that he would afford new faces a chance to convince him of their credential, but stressed that the match will be the biggest test for the team ahead of their 2019 African Cup of Nations.
The German tactician reveals that the game will be crucial for him and his boys as they began preparation for the continental showpiece which comes up later in June.
Rorh said: “I and my assistants are not taking the friendly match against Egypt lightly.
“In fact we are planning to win the friendly match in preparations for the Africa Cup of Nations this year.”
The Nigerian team will be playing against top names with Mohammed Salah, Mohammed Elneny and El Gehazi expected to feature in the friendly. Both parties have already secured the progression to the 2019 AFCON showpiece.