Rangers defender, Emmanuel Fernandez, is enjoying every moment with the Super Eagles.
The 24-year-old earned his first cap for Éric Chelle’s side in last Friday’s 2-1 friendly victory over Iran, coming on as a second-half substitute for Hull City star Semi Ajayi.
Born in London to Nigerian parents, Fernandez is experiencing international football for the first time in his career.
Fernandez Delighted With Nigeria Call-Up
He is overjoyed by the opportunity to feature in a star-studded Super Eagles squad.
“When I first got the call to come and play for Nigeria, I was a bit shocked the national team wanted me. I am grateful I am here and I am grateful for the opportunity,” Fernandez told thenff.com.
“I watched the last AFCON and I can say the Nigeria team is very good and star-studded. I love the feeling here. I was formerly a midfield player who was converted into a defender.
“Playing in the Europa League is an amazing feeling, especially when I think about how I started my career and how I developed from college football into playing at club level and on the European stage,” he added.
