Nigeria coach Stephen Keshi will be without several key players in a friendly match against South Africa as part of the Nelson Mandela Challenge. Emmanuel Emenike, who hasn’t featured in the national team since the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), requested to be excused to integrate better into his new club, Fenerbahce. Additionally, defender Omeruo is injured, and Chelsea midfielder John Obi Mikel is unavailable due to stomach ailments. South Africa’s coach, Gordon Igesund, had to release six players from the Orlando Pirates club, as per the team’s request to prepare for the African Champions League match against Zamalek. Anele Ncgongca is also unavailable for selection due to his Belgian club Genk’s decision.
FRIENDLY SOUTH AFRICA-NIGERIA: EMENIKE, OMERUO AND MIKEL ABSENT FROM THE SUPER EAGLES
