- Zambia have arrived Nigeria for their 2018 FIFA World Cup clash
- Key midfielder Chilufya is ruled out of the game on Saturday, October 7
- A win for Nigeria against Zambia will secure 2018 FIFA World Cup place
The Chipolopolo of Zambia have reportedly arrived Abuja for their 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier against the Super Eagles of Nigeria in Uyo, Akwa-Ibom state.
The Eagles will welcome Zambia at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on Saturday, October 7 for their reverse fixture on matchday five of the qualifiers.
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The players arrived from Ghana where they had their training camp
In the first meeting in Ndola in October 2016, the Eagles won 2-1, thanks to goals from Alex Iwobi and Kelechi Iheanacho.
The match will be played on Saturday, October 7 in Uyo
NAIJ.com understands the team arrived from Ghana where they had their training camp at 2pm today, Thursday, October 4.
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A win for Nigeria against Zambia will secured a sixth FIFA World Cup appearance for the three-time African champions.
The Eagles top the Group B on 10 points, while Zambia have seven points.
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