Percy Onyeka
Jose Peseiro plans to bench Francis Uzoho, the goalkeeper for the Super Eagles of Nigeria, for the team’s first AFCON game.
On Sunday afternoon, Nigeria is set to play Equatorial Guinea, and according to insider sources, the Omonia of Cyprus goalkeeper will watch from the sidelines.
It is therefore a straightforward fight between Stanley Nwabili and Enyimba’s Olorunleke Ojo between the sticks, with Nwabili the likelier option the coaching crew could go for.
The goalie for Chippa United has shown greatness in the net and is predicted to be selected for Nigeria’s competitive debut.
Prior to sustaining a serious injury, Uzoho was a promising goalkeeper for the Super Eagles. As a result of his inconsistent play in goal, the team has struggled to get to the World Cup and has recently committed more errors.
Victor Osimhen will lead the front line, and Alhassan Yusuf, a replacement for the injured Wilfred Ndidi, is anticipated to start in midfield.
Nigeria will face Equatorial Guinea at the Alassane Ouattara Olympic Stadium, Abidjan from 3pm.
