Guardian

THE Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has assured Super Eagles’ supporters that the team’s trip to the U.S. would not affect Nigeria’s performance in Wednesday’s World Cup qualifier against Kenya.

Coach Stephen Keshi on Sunday raised the alarm over NFF’s travel arrangements, saying the team’s round trips to the United States of America, Germany and Ethiopia on their way to Kenya for the crucial game might affect the players mentally and physically in Nairobi.

Keshi noted that the players might suffer from jet lag as they were expected to miss one day training, adding that the travel plans indicated that the team could only train for one day at the Kasarani Stadium in Nairobi before the match tomorrow.

Reacting to Keshi’s worries, NFF President, Aminu Maigari said Monday in Abuja that everything was programmed to ensure that the Eagles win tomorrow’s game, adding that the Federation was mindful of the apprehension that have gripped Nigerians following the competition in Group F.

“We have taken into consideration all the options available for us and we are convinced we will go to Nairobi for the three points. We believe we can get it because what is important is the three maximum points and given the team’s performance against Mexico on Saturday, the players have no choice than to beat Kenya and qualify for the next stage.