World Cup 2014 will be special, says Enyeama

The Nigeria no.1 is thrilled at having the opportunity to play in a third global finals as African champions after the Super Eagles saw off Ethiopia in their play-off clash

Nigeria goalkeeper and stand-in captain Vincent Enyeama is relishing the prospect of playing in a third World Cup finals after his side overcame Ethiopia 4-1 on aggregate in their African section play-off.


Nigeria won the initial leg 2-1 in Addis Ababa courtesy of a brace from Emmanuel Emenike but they were made to work harder in Calabar during the second leg before recording a 2-0 win thanks to goals from Victor Moses and Victor Obinna.

The Lille shot-stopper admitted he is amazed to have earned the chance to play in a third global finals and claimed 2014 would be extra special for his side given that they enter the tournament as champions of Africa.


"We are happy that we have booked a place at next year's World Cup. It is amazing that we shall be in the party to Brazil," Enyeama told reporters.

“I have been to two World Cup finals in 2002 when I was picked miraculously and also at the 2010 edition in South Africa. This one is special because we are going to Brazil as African champions."

Nigeria were joined in the draw for the group stages on December 6 by Ivory Coast on Saturday, after the Elephants secured a 4-2 aggregate win over Senegal.