Chelsea Star Mikel, Arsenal Midfielder Iwobi Reckon Fans Will Be The 12th Man Vs Egypt

Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel had nothing but praise for the Kaduna fans who witnessed the Super Eagles training session on Wednesday and reckons that their support will assist the team beat Egypt on Friday evening.

The supporters cheered every move of the national team players and chanted the names of the coaches and players.

“I have never played on this pitch before but I appreciate these fans for all the love and respect they have shown me and the team,” Mikel told thenff.com.

Arsenal new kid on the block Alex Iwobi echoed the words of Mikel, saying : “They were cheering every move and making us feel like going full blast like it was a real game. I have no doubt they will create this again on Friday.”

Nigeria tackle Egypt in an African Cup of Nations qualifier on March 25 and face the same opponents four days later in Alexandria.

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