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Seychelles faces powerful Nigeria team at home in Africa Cup of Nations qualifier Saturday

The Seychelles’ national football team will face Nigeria in its second qualification match for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) on Saturday at Stad Linite.

With Nigeria having just participated in the 2018 FIFA World Cup finals in Russia in June, the match is expected to be a tough one for the Seychelles’ side.

“Although we expect a difficult match, we would also like to win the match like any team in a competition. Playing against Nigeria will be no different,” Seychelles’ Coach Gavin Jeanne told SNA on Tuesday.

He said that “what is important is for us to use an effective strategy because with Nigeria not paying attention can cost us heavily….
Source: Seychelles News Agency