Super Eagles plan friendly against Jordan amid World Cup uncertainty
Nigeria’s Super Eagles are preparing to face Jordan in an international friendly in Amman. This will be the first senior meeting between the two teams and is part of Jordan’s World Cup preparations. The match’s confirmation depends on FIFA’s ruling regarding Nigeria’s protest over DR Congo’s alleged use of ineligible players. Both Nigeria and DR Congo may escalate the issue to the Court of Arbitration for Sport if they are unsatisfied with FIFA’s decision.
Match highlights
- The Super Eagles are set to play Jordan in Amman during the March 23–31 FIFA window.
- This fixture will be the first-ever senior encounter between Nigeria and Jordan.
- Jordan is using the friendly to prepare for their debut World Cup appearance, having been drawn with Argentina, Algeria, and Austria.
- Nigeria’s participation depends on FIFA’s review of their eligibility protest against DR Congo, which alleges six ineligible players were fielded.
- Both Nigeria and DR Congo are prepared to appeal to the Court of Arbitration for Sport if necessary.
