Changchun Yatai of China striker, Odion Ighalo has highlighted what the international friendly with Argentina will do for the Super Eagles ahead of next year’s World Cup.
The Super Eagles will face the Albiceleste of Argentina in a friendly in Russia next month, as part of their preparations for the World Cup next year.
“The match against Argentina is a good test for us, hopefully we will use the game to see how ready we are for the World Cup,” said China-based striker Ighalo.
“We hope to give a good account of ourselves and also learn from this game.”
Both teams are expected to line up their strongest sides as preparations for Russia 2018 begin in earnest.
Ex-Watford star Ighalo and skipper Mikel Obi are expected to be listed for the match after initial reports had suggested they may be left out due to logistical reasons.
Nigeria have beaten the two-time world champions once in five meetings.
Both teams last clashed at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil, which Argentina won 3-2.
Argentina, who barely qualified for next year’s World Cup, will be one of the top eight seeds when the World Cup draw is conducted on December 1 in Moscow.
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