Nigeria defender Godfrey Oboabona says they will not undermine the Isihlangu Somnikati of Swaziland ahead of their 2018 FIFA World Cup Qualifier against Swaziland.
The Super Eagles are set to face Harries Bulunga’s side this coming Friday for their first leg as they target to reach Russia in 2018.
The Rizespor centre back admits that the Southern African country is not a big footballing nation, but they deserve respect.
“Swaziland are not a big footballing nation, but that does not mean we don’t have to respect them,” said Oboabona.
“They will be looking to beat us and make a name for themselves and that is the reason we must approach the game with caution.
“We can’t afford to miss out on the World Cup after our failure to qualify for the last Africa Cup of Nations.”
The report further revealed that Sunday Oliseh and his team are expected to touch down in Swaziland on Thursday before the match.
Kick off for the match is 19:00 at Somhlolo Stadium with the return leg set for Tuesday, 17 November in Port Harcourt, Nigeria.