Nigeria, June 8 -- Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi is on the verge of joining one of the most exclusive groups in Nigerian football history as he prepares to make his 100th appearance for the national team in Wednesday's international friendly against Portugal in Leiria.

The Fulham star, who made his senior debut for Nigeria in October 2015, is joining the distinguished company of former captains Joseph Yobo, Vincent Enyeama and Ahmed Musa.

Ahead of the milestone, Iwobi expressed gratitude to Nigerians at home and abroad for their support throughout a journey that has spanned more than a decade.

"I am proud to be where I am today; proud to wear the green-and-white. I am grateful to everyone, including the coach who called me up to t...