Brazilian defender Speaks on the Strength Of Nigeria and Senegal

Brazilian defender Speaks on the Strength Of Nigeria and Senegal

By Adejuyigbe Olorunfemi

Paris Saint-Germain and Brazilian defender Marquinhos has pin pointed the strength of both the Super Eagles of Nigeria and the Teranga Lions of Senegal, Bsnsports.com.ng reports.

Paris Saint German defender Marquinhos speaking in the press conference said that he is impressed with the quality players possessed by both African sides, and he cannot but just commend of the physical attributes of the players of both African teams.

Senegal and Nigeria were among the top three teams in the just concluded 2019 Africa Cup of Nations and are ranked 20th and 34th respectively in the latest FIFA ranking. 

Marquinhos told reporters at Monday's press conference :''I know a lot and know their qualities. Senegal is runner-up of the Africa Cup, a very intense, difficult team. 

''We have to make a big game, impose our rhythm. They are very intense opponents, aggressive, with physical imposition and technical game too. 

''We see great players playing in the major European Leagues, many of them in France''.

The Brazil national team will play against Senegal and Nigeria on October 10 and 13 respectively.