Wilfred Ndidi: Super Eagles star says new jersey will inspire win against South Africa

There is news about Super Eagles of Nigeria midfielder Wilfred Ndidi.

The veteran midfielder is trending for his actions off the pitch.

Ahead of their World Cup qualifying matches against South Africa and Benin, Nigeria's Super Eagles began their first training session in Uyo.

Head coach Finidi George and his crew are guiding the players that have reported thus far during their training session at the Godswill Akpabio training pitch.

After spending his vacation in Nigeria, Ndidi arrived with style to join the team.

Ndidi was spotted wearing the new Super Eagles shirt in pictures released by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF).

Ndidi in a viral video explained that the new jersey will be used against the Bafana Bafana of South Africa.

He also stated that the jersey will inspire the Super Eagles to victory.

I know we've not, we've not reached the target yet, but I think this is bringing this Jesse, I think it's going to make everyone feel good and then ready for the South African game.

"And I think it's a game that we have to go all out in because we actually know where we are at the table and then we need to go at least top of the table.

"So these are the games that actually gets us there and I think it's going to be interesting."

On June 7, the Super Eagles of Nigeria will take on Bafana Bafana of South Africa in a FIFA World Cup qualifying match.

The Super Eagles need to be ready for their Friday, June 7 game at Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo against Bafana Bafana of South Africa.

The outcome of this match will determine whether Nigeria advances to the FIFA World Cup in 2026.

After their match against South Africa on June 10, the team will play Benin in Abidjan.

Considering how poorly the team has performed in the qualifiers thus far, these games are viewed as crucial litmus tests for the group.

To increase their chances of making it to the World Cup, they must win.