Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Argentina want rematch with Super Eagles


In a desperate efforts to avenge the disgraceful 4-1 defeat in the hands of the Super Eagles of Nigeria in Abuja,Argentina have initiated a rematch against the Albiceleste before the end of the year.


The planned rematch is may hold in the month of September in a yet to be named venue.


The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is also discussing a proposal with the Ghana Football Association for an international friendly.


It was gathered that the planned friendly between Super eagles and Black Stars will take place in London in August.


The general secretary of NFF, Musa Amadu, revealed that two international friendly games are on the cards for the Super Eagles but cannot confirm them yet.


"Yes two friendly matches are being lined up for the men's national team. One should come up on August 9 just before the season kicks off in Europe.


"The other one is billed for September 6. But all of these are not confirmed yet since talks are still on. In about a week or more we should get a clearer picture of the teams the Super Eagles will play and the venues for the matches," said Amadu.


Daily Champion


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