Russia vs Nigeria: Ex-Sevilla striker, Aleksandr Kerzhakov predicts outcome of friendly match
Former Striker Predicts Russia-Nigeria Friendly Match Outcome
NIZHNY NOVGOROD, Russia — Former Sevilla striker Aleksandr Kerzhakov has made his prediction for the upcoming international friendly match between Russia and Nigeria, scheduled to take place on Tuesday at the Sovcombank Arena.
Kerzhakov recalled the last encounter between the two teams, which ended in a 1-1 draw in 2025. He expressed his confidence in the Russian team’s chances this time, suggesting that they are likely to secure a victory at home.
“Russia will win this match. They will win all three home matches,” Kerzhakov stated, as reported by Championat. He added, “I don’t remember teams like Nigeria coming here and going head-to-head. It will be 1-0, 2-1 in favor of Russia.”
The Russian squad enters this match following a dominant performance against Namibia, winning 6-0 in a friendly last Saturday. In contrast, Nigeria is coming off a disappointing 3-0 loss to Guinea-Bissau in an African Cup of Nations qualifier just days before the friendly match.
