Nigeria, July 31 -- As the countdown to the 8th African Nations Championship (CHAN) intensifies, Nigeria's home-based Super Eagles will return to action on Thursday (today) for a decisive warm-up clash against hosts Zanzibar at the Mau Stadium.

The match is the second of a two-game friendly series designed to sharpen Nigeria's competitive edge before their Group D opener against defending champions Senegal on Saturday at the 15,000-capacity Amaan Stadium in Zanzibar.

The Eagles were held to a goalless draw in Monday's opener, despite dominating proceedings with superior possession and a barrage of attacking plays.

Though they showed plenty of attacking intent, their finishing lacked bite as the resolute Zanzibar defence did just enough...