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Egypt assistant coach Tito Sajivan says the Pharaohs will try to beat the Super Eagles on Tuesday in a friendly at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba, Delta state.
Speaking with newsmen after the arrival of his team at about 2 p.m on Sunday in Asaba, Sajivan said playing against a strong team like Nigeria required seriousness and commitment.
The Egyptian side arrived in Asaba from Niger Republic where they played out a 1-1 draw with their hosts in their final 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier on Saturday.
“This is a very important match, because Nigeria is a strong team and it is our last friendly match before the tournament,” he said.
“We are going to do our best to win. Of course we are a strong team, but Nigeria is also a strong team. To us, this match is critical and we have a crop of young players here and the right players for the match.
“We have 24 players on board for Tuesday’s friendly with Nigeria, with the whole delegation numbering about 50.”