Fifa World Cup 2014, Nigeria v Bosnia and Herzegovina: Where to Watch Live, Prediction, Preview and Betting Odds
Nigeria take on Bosnia and Herzegovina in the second Group F fixture of the 2014 Fifa World Cup at the Arena Pantanal, Cuiaba, on Saturday.
Where to Watch Live
Kick-off is set for 11pm BST. Live coverage is on BBC One and BBC One HD. Radio commentary of the game will be available on BBC Radio 5 Live.
Overview
Nigeria were held to a goalless draw by Iran in their first Group clash last Monday. Despite holding a greater amount of possession throughout the game, the Super Eagles failed to break their Asian counterparts' defence and were made to be content with a point.
Bosnia and Herzegovina posed a significant challenge to Argentina but ultimately lost 2-1 at the Estadio Maracana, Rio de Janeiro.
The South Americans took the lead courtesy of an own goal by Sead Kolasinac before Barcelona star Lionel Messi doubled their advantage with a sublime solo effort in the 65<sup>th minute.
Substitute Vedad Ibisevic pulled one back for the Safet Susic's side but the Stuttgart striker's effort was not enough to clinch their first point in the World Cup.
The 59-year-old manager will be expecting his side to respond strongly against the Nigerians as the European outfit stand a chance of being eliminated in the group stage if they lose this fixture.
What Managers Say
Stephen Keshi: "Yes, we are confident. I know I talked to my players and I know we will come out winners. Bosnia is a tough opponent, has a good offense, but I'm sure we will have a good game and win. We have a passion for playing football. Our mood is very good, we are passionate about the World Cup and that's how we're going to the end."
Safet Susic: "We are in the most uncomfortable position of all teams. If we lose, we can pack our bags and head home. The others have a theoretical chance to progress. So everyone is aware of the importance of the match. We are a team that cherishes attacking football and wants to defeat any team at any moment. We are playing to win. The game will be an open match, plenty of chances - maybe even goals galore. "
Prediction
Nigeria 0-2 Bosnia and Herzegovina
Betting Odds (Bwin)
Nigeria: 4.10
Bosnia and Herzegovina: 1.85
Draw: 3.50
Victor Moses is at 5.25 to score a goal.
Miralem Pjanic is at 3.75 to score a goal
Edin Dzeko isat 6.50 to score two or more goals.
Team Form
Nigeria
- Last Five (all competitions, most recent first): D L D D D
- Last Result: Iran 0-0 Nigeria
Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Last Five (all competitions, most recent first): L W W L L
- Last Result: Argentina 2-1 Bosnia and Herzegovina
Team News
Nigeria
- Injured: Godfrey Oboabona (ankle)
- Doubtful: Kenneth Omeruo, Ahmed Musa, Reuben Gabriel
- Suspended: N/A
Probable Lineup: Enyeama; Ambrose, Yobo, Gabriel, Oshaniwa; Mikel; Odemwingie, Onazi, Azeez, Moses; Emenike
Bosnia and Herzegovina
- Injured: N/A
- Doubtful: N/A
- Suspended: N/A
Probable Lineup: Begovic; Mujdza, Bicakcic, Spahic, Kolasinac; Besic, Pjanic, Hajrovic, Misimovic, Lulic; Dzeko
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