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Abdullahi ‘honoured’ to be listed in prelim World Cup squad
Super Eagles and Bursaspor defender, Shehu Abdullahi has expressed his excitement over his inclusion in a 30-man preliminary World Cup squad released by Nigeria coach, Gernot Rohr on Monday.
The Bursaspor defender, who participated actively with the Super Eagles during the qualifiers, says he is honoured to make Nigeria’s provisional list.
“The journey started in 2015 when I made my debut. Ever since then, your tremendous support have been amazing. I’m honoured to be listed in the World Cup provisional squad. Thanks @thenff, Gernot Rohr & @NGSuperEagles backroom staff. Thanks Nigerian media!,” Abdullahi tweeted on Tuesday.
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The 25-year old was involved in the goal against Zambia that sealed Nigeria’s qualification for the World Cup, and barring any unforseen circumstance, should make the final 23-man squad to Russia.
Abdullahi represented Nigeria at the 2014 African Nations Championship (CHAN) in South Africa, where the home-based Super Eagles finished third place.
He also won bronze with Nigeria’s U-23 side at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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