Thursday, January 29, 2009

Jamaica coach expects super show against Nigeria

Jamaica coach, John Barnes, has predicted that Nigeria would give his team a very good match when they clash in a friendly in London on February 11.

"Nigeria is one of the World's top teams, so it will be a competitive match for us," said the former England and Liverpool star of the game that will be played at Millwall FC’s Stadium.

"We are now stronger than we have been for some time as a national team. We have quality players that we will blend together with the right balance, spirit and mentality, but of course we also need the right tactics.

"I would say to fans from across the country, come and enjoy the game and expect a good performance!"

Nigeria have named a strong squad for the encounter, which they will use to prepare for their World Cup qualifying game against Mozambique in March.
Jamaica’s Reggae Boys have, within 14 months, leapt to 66th place in the FIFA world rankings.
They won the Caribbean Championship last month and for this game, they have called up several English Premier League players including Marlon King of Hull City, Ricardo Gardner from Bolton and Ricardo Fuller of Stoke City.

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