Nigeria vs Bosnia 21st June 11pm

Nigeria has a solitary point after the first slate of Group F games, while Bosnia and Herzegovina sit on a big fat zero thanks to an opening defeat to Argentina . However, it's paradoxically the Dragons who are probably more content with their position, knowing they still have this clash with the Super Eagles and minnows Iran still to play. For them, progression into the knockout
stages is still a very realistic prospect. Nigeria, meanwhile, could well head into the final matchday having to pick up points against World Cup contenders Argentina to progress into the knockout stages. That would be the case if Bosnia
earns at least one point in this match and then have enough left to beat a stubborn Iran. In short, this game is a must-not-lose for Bosnia, and in all likelihood a must-win for Nigeria.

Nigeria were very disappointing in their opening draw with Iran. Coach Stephen Keshi may,therefore, opt to make changes to his starting lineup, with Shola Ameobi and Peter Odemwingie alternative attacking options. They'll hopefully have defender Godfrey Oboabona fit to play after he picked up an ankle injury in the opening game. Bosnia have been boosted by the news that their captain Emir Spahić is set to quickly bounce back from a knee problem. Otherwise coach Safet Sušić should have a full complement of players to choose from. He may well start an unchanged lineup from the one that lost 2-1 to Argentina in
their opening game, though veteran forward Vedad Ibišević could come in alongside Edin Džeko up top after scoring their consolation from the bench.

Nigeria is actually winless in their last nine World Cup games and would be hoping to break the jinx here. Super Eagles lacked the master class to control a game this was thoroughly exposed by their lacklustre performance against the Iranians. The Super Eagles are good at DRAWS and I expect them to continue that trend pending how Vincent Enyeama will shut the Bosnians for 90 minutes.

Verdict: Draw wins First half