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I feel honoured to serve Nigeria, Nelson reveals

Estoril Praia of Portugal star, Nelson Pius Joseph has revealed that he feels ‘honoured’ for the opportunity of representing Nigeria.

Estoril Praia of Portugal star, Nelson Pius Joseph has revealed that he feels ‘honoured’ for the opportunity of representing Nigeria.

The defensive midfielder is the first foreign based player invited to camp by manager Paul Aigbogun as the Flying Eagles prepare for 2019 African U-20 Nations Cup qualifier against Guinea Bissau.

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Nelson showed glimpses of what to expect in the nearest future during different training sessions with the team in their Abuja camp and he is poised to be involved when they face Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) side, Nasarawa United in a friendly today.

Speaking to SportingLife, he said: “It’s an honour representing my country, Nigeria considering the numbers of talents we have home and abroad. So, I’m really happy and looking forward to contributing my quota.’

Guinea Bissau who eliminated Sierra Leone will host Nigeria May 11 and 13 while the return leg will be played on May 20 as the Flying Eagles bid to qualify for 2019 African U-20 Nations Cup in Niger.

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