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gbosaa:
The likes on tbaba1234’s message about Iheanacho’s injury might be to appreciate his letting them know rather than a celebration or liking of Iheanacho’s fracture. I don’t think it should all be read negatively.

Icon4s:
You got 5likes for this comment. I wonder what is to be liked about the comment.

DerideGull:
This is Yari.ba for you.

Martz101:
I am sorry to disagree with all of you, his review is spot on, Nacho was a flop, we still need to see more of Ebuehi to ascertain his better than shehu, though I know he will pass.

for Leon He was a little harsh on him but Leon has not been that good, we close our eyes to it, troost was doing all the interception and Leon was out of position, a moniker even said Leon played in the LB and another said we played a 352 formation. I know his fan favourite but he was obviously not at par with Ekong

tbaba1234:
This is the likely lineup for Tuesday. This is the line-up for their final training...Uzoho is likely to start again..

Martz101:
you are contradicting your self, you ask him not to compare but you helped him compare, every era is different...

Mujtahida:
Iorfa's Dad was an ex-international. This are the people who should be donating their children to Nigeria(even though this country ehn doesn't deserve such sometimes but it's our fatherland still) . Imagine if Kanu or Okocha say that their kids are too young to play for nigeria compared to an unknown Nigerian who is far from the workings of the NT who would you give the stick? To whom much is given, much is expected.

Mujtahida:
I don't get into age related issues but I always wince when people say in regards to the last match 'for a 19 years old Uzoho has done well'

I go just weak.

Mujtahida:
There is a difference. When a person takes a clear cut position it helps you know where you stand and what needs be done. Ebuehi was straight and ultimately he was persuaded.
Iorfa was doing two timing. It's easier to toast a lady who spurns your first advance than the one who dances one step towards you and another step away from you.

enomakos:
is Darlington still active?he hads been in Germany for 15 years now, must be a citizen by now

Mujtahida:
Read SerVik's beautiful exposition and you will get why ojokojo get off some bit compared to Iorfa Snr. One came out straight, the other one wanted to eat his cake and have it.

MetalJigsaw:
Take it easy. Are you trying go initiate unnecessary argument or what. Both coaches did well but Rohr is much better. That's what he meant

MetalJigsaw:
REDEMPTION TIME: 5 Super Eagles Stars Who Need To Shine Vs Serbia
5 March 26, 2018 11:09 am

Ahead of Tuesday’s friendly against Serbia, Completesportsnigeria.com’s ADEBOYE AMOSU lists five Super Eagles players who need a big performance to redeem themselves and cement their spots in the squad for Russia 2018 after below-par showings against Poland…

LEON BALOGUN
Hailed for his formidable partnership with William Troost-Ekong during the qualifiers, the Mainz of Germany centre-back has struggled to impress in the Super Eagles’ last two games.
No wonder he was hauled off in the 4-2 friendly win against Argentina last November and the situation repeated itself on Friday with Kenneth Omeruo replacing him after another below-par outing.
With the likes of Chidozie Awaziem, Stephen Eze and Omeruo knocking on the door and hoping to secure starting berths ahead of the World Cup, Tuesday’s game against Serbia offers the towering defender a big chance to redeem himself and secure his place in the team.

BRYAN IDOWU
The Amkar Perm of Russia left-back had a memorable debut, scoring Nigeria’s third goal in the 4-2 win against Argentina last November. He was praised for his all-round display in the game and touted as possible replacement for regular left-back Elderson Echiejile.
Idowu however failed to live up to the high ratings against Poland and was way off the high standards he set in his previous outing and also at club level.
It is difficult to see him start against Serbia with Ola Aina and Echiejile also fighting for the same position.
Should he get the nod ahead of the duo again, Idowu will need to better his performance against Poland to prove he is the right man for the position.

JOEL OBI
Plagued by injuries in recent years, the Torino of Italy midfielder was handed the chance to stake a claim for a place in the team ahead of the mundial against the Poles.
Though he didn’t do his chances any harm following a battling display in the middle of the park, with the likes of Mikel Obi, Wilfred Ndidi, Oghenekaro Etebo and Mikel Agu ahead of him in the pecking order, Joel could make do with another chance and a top-notch display to prove he is worthy of a place in the World Cup squad.

TYRONNE EBUEHI
Still considered as second choice to Shehu Abdullahi, the ADO Den Haag right-back showed his class when he was introduced after break in the friendly win against Argentina in what was his debut game for the Super Eagles.
He was decent too after replacing the same player against Poland, but he will need to offer more to displace Shehu from the spot.
He might get the chance to finally prove his worth against Serbia on Tuesday with Shehu Abdullahi looking doubtful for the game after picking up an injury against Poland.

KELECHI IHEANACHO
An inconsistent performer on the international scene, Kelechi Iheanacho despite his quality and versatility has not consistently proved he is worthy of a regular berth in the team.
He was poor against Poland on Friday and might need to take his chance against Serbia if at all he gets to feature in the game to show he is still a force to reckon with in the team.


https://www.completesportsnigeria.com/redemption-time-5-super-eagles-stars-who-need-to-shine-vs-serbia/

andrew444:
That's true I just take note of that

tbaba1234:
Uzoho looking his age with hair/beard cut.

Danielnino00:
Egbon,there is no double standard anywhere.. the German boys are just being more frank with us than the Queens boys... Don't forget that Rohr has already meet with some British born Nigerian player who are willing to represent us and I'm sure they have been given an assurance of a call up soon.... as for Torunarigha snubbing us,I personally don't have a problem with it since he was frank with us unlike what Tammy,Nedum Onuoha,Ibe and Agbonlahor did....

somehow:
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Danielnino00:
Fact remains that Iorfa and his dad were more keen on England than Nigeria... But as it stands,Rohr doesn't need him,otherwise he would have given him a callup up already... Let him wait too...

Danielnino00:
About ur last two paragraph, don't forget that Rohr is a German... its only natural for him to pick his country over English born and breed...

asha80:
torunarigha must have had some bad experiences during his playing time for eagles and Nigeria as a whole to state categorically that his son will not play for Nigeria

Danielnino00:
Iorfa and his dad were eying the Queen's call up that's why they told the NFF to wait... unfortunately, the Queen never called... ...
So,the NFF are also telling him to wait.... when we need his service, we will call him up... it's all about "u do me, I do u"...

Danielnino00:
Iorfa and his dad were eying the Queen's call up that's why they told the NFF to wait... unfortunately, the Queen never called... ...
So,the NFF are also telling him to wait.... when we need his service, we will call him up... it's all about "u do me, I do u"...

tbaba1234:
My starting lineup against Serbia:

Daejoyoung:
The thing is we know Agbo may never start, but Rohr seems to be fund of Mikel Agu.

mazimee:
I know, but we have seen enough of him. Uche Agbo have not gotten his chance. We need to see him play even though he might not make it to Russia. The Midfield is still loaded even without Etebo and Mikel. His invitation is not neccessiary.

mazimee:
I saw this few minutes ago, E be like say many super Eagles fans no Like Mikel Agu. personally, I no like the guy style of play, he doesn't add anything worth admiring for the team. Here are some of the best tweets from Super Eagles fans :

@megakul : ''If Mikel can make it for the second game the mid-field will be more solid. Mikel Agu I don't know what is doing in that team''.

@diweuche : ''Abeg make rohr leave this mikel agu guy jare.he seem to like the guy too much or probably the guy has the backing of one top official.we already have a loaded midfield jare. I don't see what he brings to the team abeg.junior ajayi will give some competition to kelechi.''

@Wisdomyanmife : ''We don't need Mikel Agu''.

@riicojay13 : ''I think we can only get better from here on, Joel has been out for long, still better than Mikel Agu in my opinion..''.

@iamlanrooney : ''Wetin b mikel agu? don't kno wat rohr sees in that guy,, our own bakayoko''.

@Joseosas : ''I am beginning to suspect an ulterior motive in this Agu guy..... This guy played all games in the qualifiers and still played nothing. Rohr continues to invite him. Competency is supposed to be the watch word but it seems favoritism has the better edge''.

@genero_johnnel : ''Mikel agu doing what in camp. Nawao for coach Rohr''.

@SoonQie : ''We don't need a Mikel Agu in that team anymore''.

@Thatrigga_ : ''I think akpeyi is injured now sef, mikel agu dare not even try it..''.

@ndibe_emmanuel : ''No b so Mikel Agu been dey play ahead of john ogu cos the latter plays in Israel....... Na joke o��''.

@megakul : ''@Jamz1001FM my question is for you if you the eagles coach will Mikel agu make your list. For me no no what's yours?''.

tbaba1234:
As far as i know, Mikel is not in London

andrew444:
Is Ezenwa a bench warmer at eyinmba?

Bolowolowo:
Nigeria vs Serbia: Mikel Obi, Etebo, Ebuehi to start

Published on March 25, 2018 By Ifreke Inyang

Head coach of the Super Eagles, Gernot Rohr will have captain John Obi Mikel back for Tuesday’s friendly game against Serbia in London.

The Tianjin TEDA midfielder did not play against Poland on Friday, as he was unable to sort out logistic issues.


Rohr has however ruled out Bursaspor fullback, Shehu Abdullahi, after he limped out of the Poland match.

Abdullahi was substituted with what looked like a hamstring injury, with Tyronne Ebuehi coming in his place. He is expected to undergo a scan while in the UK with the rest of the squad.

“We have some injured players ahead of the game against Serbia, but we are hopeful the injury isn’t a serious one.

“Abdullahi will have a scan in England to determine if he can play but like you saw today Ebuehi can play if he is not fit,” Rohr said.


The coach also said he is hopeful that Las Palmas midfielder, Oghenekaro Etebo, will be available for the game.

andrew444:
Nice analysis bros....Only ajiboye will bring out the best in uzoho not ezenwa or akpeyi.

I think ajiboye is somehow better than ezenwa sha,but the coach is not looking on ajiboye side? and he somehow rule him out of the world cup.

Not that uzoho is too good but he his better than ezenwa and akpeyi.

But remember after the defeat by morocco in the chan final,some people are already blaming ajiboye,those same people has already praised him.

But there is no much time to test goal keepers,How many friendlies do we have more?

TheLoneCitizen:
It's a no-brainer, my good man, 7 games to go and Southampton have chosen a PROVEN aging Mark Hughes over a PROMISING prime Marco Silva.

Of what help is a future prospect, when promises are made to be broken.