Nigeria vs England: Dele Alli to start against Super Eagles

Dele Alli has convinced Gareth Southgate to given him a starting berth against the Super Eagles.

Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Dele Alli is set to start for the Three Lions of England when they take on the Super Eagles of Nigeria in an international friendly.

The 21-year-old has been a key figure of Gareth Southgate's side during the qualification campaign for the World Cup but was dropped to the bench for their last international friendlies against the Netherlands and Italy due to dip in form.

Alli, however, finished the season strongly with Tottenham, his two match-winning goals against Chelsea was one of the highlights of the season.

In a report by the Daily Mail, Southgate has been impressed by his performances in training, recovery from injury and his partnership with club teammate Harry Kane.

The report reveals that the midfielder is Southgate’s preferred option forming a partnership with captain Kane up top.

The report also suggests that it is Alli's opportunity to to tie down a starting spot ahead of the 2018 FIFA World Cup ahead of rivals Jesse Lingard and Danny Welbeck.

The Three Lions of England take on the Super Eagles of Nigeria in a friendly scheduled for the Wembley Stadium on Saturday, June 2.