The memories of USA 94' will be brought back as The Nigeria Football Federation and the Italian FA have agreed on a friendly match between both countries to take place in London
With the 2014 World Cup within reach, the Nigeria Football Federation has agreed for the Super Eagles to play the Azzurri of Italy in London on November 18.
The African champions will take on Ethiopia in the second leg of the African World Cup qualifying tie in Calabar on November 16, and will fly straight to London for the Monday confrontation with the Italians.
Italy will play Germany at San Siro in Milan on November 15 as the FIGC confirmed the dates for the international friendlies which will take place during the World Cup play-offs.
Both teams' first and only meeting to date was at the 1994 World Cup in USA with the Italians handing a 2-1 defeat to the Super Eagles in the second round of the competition, after the Nigerians led for close to 88 minutes. Click to signup for FREE news updates, latest information and hottest gists everyday
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I can't wait to c my super eagle demolishin Italy come nov 18 in revenge for USA 94.May God continue to strengthen them so that they can bring more glory home
ReplyDeleteu can't play on 16th and den go for another match just after 48hrs on 18th. except only reserved team players will b used.
ReplyDeleteis that what there told u? super eagle are not complaining, there r equal to the task.
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