The Nigeria Football Federation is thrilled to announce an exciting senior international friendly match between the Nigeria Super Eagles and Saudi Green Falcons.

This clash is set to take place in the picturesque city of Portimão, Portugal, on Friday, October 13th, 2023.

This showdown comes just a month after the three-time African champions dominated Sao Tome and Principe with a resounding 6-0 victory in their 2023 AFCON final-day qualification game in Uyo.

It marks the beginning of their journey towards securing a coveted spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup finals, with their first match being a home game against Lesotho.

In the same FIFA window in November, the Eagles will take on the Warriors of Zimbabwe in their second match of the qualification series.

This promises to be an intense and crucial phase in their quest for World Cup glory.

Saudi Arabia’s Green Falcons, who are also in action against Mali’s Eagles at the same venue just four days later, have never crossed paths with Nigeria at the senior level.

OFFICIAL: The Super Eagles will play an international friendly with Saudi Arabia on October 13. pic.twitter.com/W988ODfWeX

— Soar Super Eagles (@SSE_NGA) September 13, 2023

The history between these two nations includes a memorable encounter during the 1989 FIFA U20 World Cup (formerly known as FIFA World Youth Championship).

In Riyadh, Nigeria pulled off a stunning comeback, clinching a 2-1 victory over the host nation with second-half goals from Christopher Ohenhen and Mutiu Adepoju.

The stage for this exciting match will be the Estadio Municipal de Portimão, located in the beautiful Algarve region.

This stadium, which serves as the home ground for Portimonense S.C., boasts a seating capacity of nearly 10,000 spectators.

Get ready for a thrilling face-off between two football giants in a setting that promises both stunning football action and breathtaking scenery.

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