Nigerians Turn Out in Mass To Watch Super Eagles Star Moses Feature in Novelty Match, Photos

• Super Eagles winger Moses Simon is currently in Kaduna spending his holidays
• The 27-year-old on Tuesday, June 27, featured in a Charity game in Kaduna State
• Simon who plays for Nantes expressed happiness to see fans coming out in mass

Nigerians on Tuesday afternoon, June 27, turned out massively to watch and support Super Eagles winger Moses Simon who featured in a novelty match played in Hayin Banki, Kaduna State.

After helping the Super Eagles secure an early ticket to next year’s African Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast, Moses Simon retired to Nigeria to spend his holidays with his family, friends, and associates.

The 27-year-old, who is known for giving back to his people through charity organizations, is using his recent freedom from the demanding European football season to spend time with his fans.

According to the lovely pictures the Nantes man shared on his official Twitter page, Simon can be seen enjoying himself while some fans struggled to take selfies with him.

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Moses Simon praises Kaduna fans

''Big shoutout to all the amazing fans who came out to support us in the novelty match yesterday. Your energy and enthusiasm made the atmosphere electric It was an absolute pleasure to step onto the field in the very Hayin Banki where I grew up thanks to you all for Ur support HB.''

Moses Simon has been playing for the Super Eagles since 2015 and he has featured in 57 games netting eight goals.

Okocha dribbles at a Charity game

Earlier, Sports Brief had reported how former Super Eagles captain, Austin Jay Jay Okocha, was spotted showing off his brilliant skills in a video circulating online, as he featured in a charity game alongside other retired football stars.

During his active playing days, Okocha was known as one of the finest midfielders, famed for his ability to outwit and outmaneuver opposition players while in the heart of the midfield.

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Many Nigerian supporters were relieved at his presence on the pitch for the Super Eagles, knowing fully what the former Bolton Wanderers captain was capable of.

Okocha dribbled around two players before flicking the ball over Rene Higuita in goal, as former Barcelona star and his captain for the day - Ronaldinho - looked on.