Russian Premier League club Spartak Moscow have confirmed via the official website  http://www.spartak.com that striker Emmanuel Emenike has been named by coach Stephen Keshi in the roster for the forthcoming African Cup of Nations billed to be staged in South Africa from January 19 - February 10 next year.

Furthermore, the 25 - year - old striker is one of the invited players for the high profile exhibition game against Catalonia at Cornella-El Prat Stadium, the home ground of Espanyol on January 2.

Emenike made his international debut against Sierra Leone in Samson Siasia's first game as coach of the National Team. He has managed one goal in nine appearances for the Eagles.

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