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How Iran crisis could threaten Super Eagles’ March FIFA international window

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How Iran crisis could threaten Super Eagles’ March FIFA international window
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are scheduled to participate in a four-nation tournament during the March International break, but that could be on hold following recent developments, Soccernet.ng reports. The March FIFA international window was supposed to be an opportunity for the three-time African Champions to fine-tune tactics, assess fresh talent, and lay early groundwork for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations campaign. Instead, events thousands of miles away may now determine whether those plans proceed smoothly. Nigeria are set to open the competition on March 27 against Iran at the 17,000-capacity Amman International Stadium — a fixture that doubles as a rematch of their goalless encounter at the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil. On the same day, hosts Jordan will face Costa Rica at the 62...
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