The Super Eagles first wore the new away jersey designed by Nike when they took on Poland in a pre-World Cup international friendly match on March 23, 2018. However, they will kickoff the first game in the World Cup with the all deep-green shirt.
Victor Moses scored the winner in the 61st minute of that encounter. The Chelsea wing-back is expected to start in a three-man attack this evening, along with Odion Ighalo and Alex Iwobi.
Gernot Rohr is expected to go with 4-3-3 formation against the Croats. Kick-off time for the match is in few hours time, 8pm Nigerian time June 16, 2018.
Super Eagles’ stars pictured in high spirit ahead of Croatia clash on Saturday
The Super Eagles‘ stars were pictured in high spirit as they relaxed outside their hotel in Russia. The squad will play their first World cup game against Croatia on Saturday at 8pm.
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