Big Lad, big opportunity

While his long-term future may still be uncertain, with the hierarchy reportedly unwilling to grant the Silver Fox's request for a contract extension, Big Lad's short-term prospects look bright. Goals in consecutive home games for his club have no doubt helped to ensure his name appears in Nigeria's provisional squad ahead of the World Cup.

The Super Eagles' opponents in the group stage include Argentina - while it's unlikely we'll get to watch Big Lad being marked by Sideshow Bob, stranger things have happened...