Arsenal Versus Nigeria’s Super Eagles Match Faces Boko Haram Worries
All logistics seem to have been completed with regards to Arsenal’s preseason friendly against Arsenal on August 5.
The venue of the match is in Abuja, Nigeria, and it will be the first time Arsenal have played in the West African nation.
There are fresh fears from fans of Arsenal Fc about the claims that stars like Robin Van Persie, Alex Song and new signings Podolski and Oliver Giroud will feature in the squad to face the Super Eagles
Fans of Arsenal Football club both in England and Africa have expressed fears over the planned visit, and some fans have even suggested that the friendly match between the two countries should take place at a venue in England or the U.S.
Promoter David Omigie of DanJan Sports made the announcement about the match “We are delighted to announce that Arsenal Football Club will face the Super Eagles of Nigeria in Abuja,”
The visit to Nigeria will conclude Arsenal’s pre-season after tours to both China and Malaysia in July.
Arsene Wenger will also use this game to showcase his full squad for the 2012/2013 football season.”According to the promoter, tickets will go out on sale on July 4
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