Russia has performed very well in the qualifying round of World Cup. As the first team in the Africa region, they have taken the final stage of the World Cup. Nigerian coach Garnet Rore has announced the 30-member squad for the 'Super Eagle' Nigerian football team. John Aik Mikel is the captain of the team.
Argentina, Iceland and Croatia have three opponents in the Group 'D'.Nigeria's primary squad
Goalkeeper: Francis Uzzo, Ichke Agenwa, Daniel Apepi, Delay Azizo.
Defender: Tyron Ibui, Abdullahi Shehu, Alaulua Iina, Alderson IGG, Brian Edu, Chadozi Wazim, William Akon, Leon Balogan, Kenneth Améro, Stephen Ez.
Midfielder: Ogony Onajie, John Abe Mikel, Wilfried Didi, Oghnaker Iteb, John Ogu, Uche Agbo, Joel Abe, Mikael Agu.Forwards: Ahmed Musa, Kleeichi Hechcho, Moses Simon, Victor Moses, Audon Ghalo, Alex Abe, Junior Lokossa, Simeon Wanko.