Super Eagles Captain, John Obi Mikel is elated with the top energy he has seen in the current Super Eagles squad ahead of the crucial World Cup qualifier against the Eagles of Algeria.
Nigeria is at the top of group B, having won their first game away to Zambia, while Cameron and Saturday's opponents - Algeria occupy the second and third positions respectively, with a point apiece, as their game in Algeria ended 1-1 during the first round.
Mikel 29, said, Nigeria "have to give everything" to win Saturday’s 2018 World Cup qualifier. He maintains that all the players are well aware of what is at stake, and are ready to give their all to ensure qualification.
“We all know what this match means, why we have to give everything,” Mikel told NFF website.
“Yes, we started the race well by winning in Zambia, but we have to approach this match even more seriously.
“The Algerians will come with determination and they will play hard, but we will play harder.
“The World Cup is the biggest stage; every player wants to be there. '' I'm happy we have such a young and energetic team.
“ I played at the World Cup in Brazil in 2014 but there are many of these players who have never been to the World Cup. They want to be there.
“Three points; that is what we will be playing for. We are committed and the visit of the Vice President (Professor Yemi Osinbajo) to our training in Abuja has motivated us even more.”
The Super Eagles versus Algeria game is scheduled for Saturday 12, November at Godswill Akpabio Stadium Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. Kickoff is 5:30pm.
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