Royals have been on the lookout for a new forward after missing out on both Charlie Austin and Gary Hooper
Browsing: Joseph Akpala
Speaking with The Eagle Online from Huston, Texas on Wednesday, the AFCON 2013 winning coach believes the Mexican friendly will afford him the opportunity to assess new players ahead of the World Cup qualifying ties against Kenya and Namibia
Defenders Kenneth Omeruo and Elderson Echiejile, as well as midfielder Nnamdi Oduamadi are expected in camp on Thursday
Akpala, who was invited as a replacement for injured AFCON 2013 high goal banger, Emmanuel Emenike, told The Eagle Online that he has been hungry for success with the national team