The withdrawal of Bright Osayi-Samuel from Nigeria’s friendly against Russia is the latest high-profile player to quit from the Super Eagles.
After captain Wilfred Ndidi withdrew from the match on Tuesday, October 6, Osayi-Samuel has decided to play.
The match is also off the schedule for FC Basel defender Akpe Victory because of an injury.
John Oromewo and Vince Osuji have taken Victory’s and Ndidi’s places, respectively.
In preparation for Friday’s international friendly, the Super Eagles flew into Moscow.
In their maiden encounter at the senior international level in June 2025, Nigeria and Russia played to a 1-1 tie.