It has been confirmed that former Super Eagles skipper, Vincent Enyeama of Lille FC, and Emmanuel Emenike of West Ham are set to wear the colours of Nigeria again courtesy of the Joseph Yobo Testimonial match.
Enyeama who retired last year after a disagreement with former Eagles coach, Sunday Oliseh, will play for Nigeria in the match billed to take place on May 27 at the Adokiye Amiesimaka Stadium in Port Harcourt.
The event coordinator, Waidi Akanni, on Wednesday confirmed that Enyeama was ready for the game.
He said, “We have a confirmation to that effect and there are many other goodies lined up for fans because Yobo is so passionate about this project.”
Another player who retired from the Eagles last year, Emmanuel Emenike, has also confirmed to hit Port Harcourt for Yobo.
“Emmanuel is coming. He spoke with me personally and I am so elated with the love shown by my colleagues,” the former international said.
Top players who made name in various European leagues especially the EPL will be in Port Harcourt for the match. The list of those who have confirmed for the testimonial include Samuel Eto’o, Didier Drogba, John Terry, Thierry Henry and Wayne Rooney. The Ayew brothers: Dede and Jordan, Sulley Muntari, Djibrin Cisse and Tresor Lualua have also been named.
Yobo featured in three FIFA World Cups and six AFCON tournaments, leading Nigeria to victory in his last outing in South Africa in 2013.
Some of the corporate bodies who have indicated their support for the Joseph Yobo Centenary Game include, Sifax Group, NICON Insurance and Beko Electronics Ltd.
