By Obaloluwa Joshua, LAGOS
Portugal are in advanced discussions to play a friendly against the Super Eagles of Nigeria ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Prompt News reports.
The proposed friendly will serve as part of the Selecao’s preparations for the mundial.
The game which is fixed for Saturday, 6 June 2026 is likely to hold in Lisbon.
Both football federations and their intermediaries have reportedly reached an agreement in principle, although some final details are yet to be completed.
Despite missing out on World Cup qualification, Nigeria remain one of Africa’s most respected football nations.
Their bronze-medal finish at AFCON 2025 highlighted their growing competitiveness on the continental stage.
Portugal thrashed the Super Eagles Eagles 4-0 in a friendly in November 2022.
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