Ex-Chelsea Star Mikel On England Friendly: Big Match For Both Teams Before World Cup

Captain Mikel John Obi has assured that the Super Eagles will be at their best for the prestige international friendly match against the Three Lions of England, coming up at Wembley Stadium on 2nd June 2018.

Speaking to thenff.com on Tuesday, the midfield enforcer, who celebrated his 31st birthday on Sunday, said there will be no option for the three –time African champions other than to give their best with the FIFA World Cup right by the door on that day.

“The match comes up only two weeks before our first match at the FIFA World Cup. It will be a big occasion and a big match for both teams as we both look forward to our respective first matches in Russia.

 “England is a special place for me having spent so many years playing there, and it is one country I love to go to. We (Super Eagles) are already talking to ourselves and everyone is looking forward to the game.”

Meanwhile, tickets for the England/Nigeria match are still selling, with the lowest ticket going for the sum of 35 pounds sterling. There are also tickets for 70 pounds, 55 pounds and 45 pounds.

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