Nigeria to field U23 second string against Russia
SIGNAL15.09.2026 16:22 UTC
Nigeria will play their friendly against Russia with a second-string side made up almost entirely of U23 players, per L'Equipe. The match is being used as preparation for U23 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
What it means
- Nigeria field a reserve/U23 XI, not the senior first team
- Friendly is a warm-up for U23 AFCON qualifying
Model read
Nigeria are significantly weakened for this friendly, fielding an experimental U23-heavy side, which notably favours Russia.
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