The Super Eagles are set to encounter Argentina for the fourth time in the World Cup, and have said they are confident of their first victory in these encounter today.
“We’re here to play, if we have the support of the Brazilians we will appreciate it. But we are not looking at that, we are just here to win our game,” Keshi told reporters.
Keshi sent Lionel Messi, who turned 27 yesterday, birthday wishes.
“My team and I want to wish him a very happy birthday. We want to wish him a healthy long life, all his heart’s desires,” Keshi said.
“If there is a way to stop him, it is something that I will share with my players and coaches.”
Vincent Enyeama said although Messi had shown improvement since they last met in 2010, the Super Eagles were capable of confronting him and the other star Argentinean players.
“He’s one of the best players in the world and has made a lot of progress since the last time we met,” Enyeama said.
“It might not be a game between him and me, it’s going to be Nigeria against Argentina. There are other players like [Sergio] Aguero and [Angel] di Maria.
“I watch tapes of opponents, I have done that. We have studied their tapes, their strengths and weaknesses.”
“Every game has its own character. I will study the game but I’m sure tomorrow is going to have a different character,” Keshi said.