Femi Azeez will take the place of Samuel Chukwueze in Nigeria’s squad for the international friendlies against Poland, and Portugal, DAILY POST reports.
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Chukwueze has been excused from both matches due to personal reasons.
The 27-year-old laid his late mother to rest in Abia State, South East , Nigeria this week.
Azeez impressed on his maiden appearance for the Super Eagles, scoring both goals in the 2-0 victory over the Warriors of Zimbabwe.
The Super Eagles will face the Reggae Boyz of Jamaica in the final of the Unity Cup on Saturday night (today). Kick-off is 7.30pm Nigeria time.
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Éric Chelle’s side will then travel to Warsaw for the friendly against Poland next week Wednesday.
The three-time African champions will later face Portugal in Lierra on Wednesday, 10 June.
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