The 33-year-old forward stated in a video posted by the Super Eagles on X that the game is more than simply a three-point game and that it is “the best birthday gift” that his teammates could offer him.

I’m celebrating my birthday today, so hello everyone.

When they wait for the outcome of South Africa vs. Rwanda, we are all aware of the stakes. I’m confident you can succeed.

“Guys, this is the greatest birthday present you can offer me. All of you are missed. “Good luck to you,” Musa remarked.

Nigeria’s most-capped player, Musa, urged the Eagles to repeat their energetic display from the previous match.

I hope everything is going well so far. We can accomplish it, I’m sure. Today, let’s do it once more. “Good luck,” he wished.
The video was posted just hours before the Eagles’ pivotal Group C World Cup qualifying match at Godswill Akpabio Stadium, which they need to win to maintain their hopes of qualifying.

Nigeria runs the risk of missing consecutive tournaments for the first time since their 1994 debut after failing to qualify for the 2022 World Cup in Qatar.

With 14 points, they are in third place in the group, one point behind South Africa and three behind leaders Benin Republic.

Nigeria needs to defeat Benin and hope that South Africa loses against Rwanda in Mbombela in order to advance.

The Eagles would still require a resounding win to guarantee a play-off position, even if Bafana Bafana prevailed.

The Eagles will be without defenders Ola Aina and Bright Osayi-Samuel due to injuries, and Ademola Lookman (suspended).

The Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo will kick off at 5 p.m.