2022 World Cup play-off: It’s going to be another tough game but we will be ready – Nigeria’s Ademola Lookman ahead of return leg against Ghana

Nigeria attacker Ademola Lookman believes the return fixture against Ghana in the World Cup play-off will not be easy.

Lookman, who switch nationality to play for Super Eagles in February made his debut after climbing off the bench to feature in Nigeria’s stalemate with Ghana in the World Cup play-off on Friday.

The much-anticipated game ended 0-0 at the Baba Yara Stadium despite both teams creating scoring opportunities.

Ahead of the return leg, the Leicester City forward has admitted it is going be another tough game but said they will be ready for the encounter on Tuesday.

“It’s going to be another tough game, another battle, another fight but we will be ready.” He said.

Nigeria arrived back in Abuja in the early hours of Saturday morning after Friday’s game and have started preparing for the second leg in Abuja.

With the 0-0 draw in the first leg, a win would be enough to secure Nigeria’s place at World Cup finals.

Meanwhile, Ghana need a scoring draw or a win to eliminate their West African rivals and reach Qatar.

Black Stars are expected to travel to Abuja on Monday ahead of Tuesday’s crunch match.

The game will take place at the 60,000 capacity Moshood Abiola National Stadium.