Nigeria vs Tanzania: Tijani targets six points, stakes claim for Super Eagles shirt

Samson Tijani has expressed his desire to become a regular feature in the Super Eagles, DAILY POST reports.

The Dukla Prague star is currently with the Super Eagles squad ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying double-header against the Taifa Stars of Tanzania.

Tijani has already earned three caps for the three-time African champions.

The former Golden Eaglets captain was part of the Super Eagles squad that won the Unity Cup in London in May.

The 24-year-old is, however, hoping for more opportunities with the team.

"I just want to give my best for the team. I'm motivated to be here; I want to challenge myself. It's an opportunity I have to take," Tijani told the Super Eagles media.

"The guys welcome the new players very well. They try to support everyone and motivate everyone. We are professionals. There is great chemistry within the squad.

"The senior players have been helpful; you can see it in their behaviour. You can also learn so much from them if you keep your heads down."

The Super Eagles will be hoping to bounce back from the disappointing defeat to Guinea-Bissau in their last game.

Tijani hopes he can help the team secure six points from the games against Tanzania.

"For me, I'm just here to help, do what I know how to do best and help the team. The most important thing is to get the six points. Home and away, we have to win. The main thing is to win the game. That's the priority for me now."

Nigeria vs Tanzania: Tijani targets six points, stakes claim for Super Eagles shirt