Shola Ameobi is confident of reaching the World Cup finals with Nigeria [CRAIG BROUGH/ACTION IMAGES]
Newcastle striker Ameobi, right, played for England U21s earlier in his career but is now aiming to guide Nigeria past Ethiopia in their play-off second leg.
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Nigeria are strong favourites after winning the first leg in Ethiopia 2-1 and Ameobi, 32, said: “It has been a dream.
“To try and help my country reach the World Cup is something I never thought would happen as I thought I would be watching it in a bar. I’m so excited.
“I might get a chance to play in a World Cup and I will be doing everything I can to get there.”
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