Super Eagles, Russia set for second friendly in 16 months
The Super Eagles will play Russia in an international friendly on October 6, 2026. This marks their second meeting in 16 months. Get details on the upcomin Read More: https://punchng.com/super-eagles-russia-set-for-second-friendly-in-16-months/
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to face Russia in an international friendly at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium on October 6, 2026. This will be the second meeting between the two nations in 16 months, according to the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), which announced the fixture on its official X account. The previous encounter took place in Moscow in June 2025, ending in a 1-1 draw.
Prior to the match, Russia had been barred from official FIFA and UEFA competitions since 2022, relying on friendly matches against various teams, including African sides, to stay active. Ahead of their upcoming clash, both sides will have an opportunity to assess their squads in preparation for their respective international commitments.
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