Icon4s:
After the two friendlies, baring any injuries and withdrawals or changes my predicted starting 11 against SA: 4-2-3-1

...................Akpeyi

Shehu..Omeruo..Ekong..Echiejile

.....Ndidi (DM)..Onazi/Agu(CM)


Musa....Iwobi...Etebo

........Iheanacho

I don't know if it will be a good idea starting Omeruo against South Africa. The last time he played against them in the same stadium, he was twisted in knots by the Bafana boys.

Physiologically I don't know what his frame of mind will be facing same opposition (Ranti) once again in Uyo.
It's better he stayed out of this one.

goldfish80:


He's not a definite starter for Rohr because he plays in Cyprus.
If he moved on to a better league, say the French league, Rohr won't have any other choice than to trust him for the starting role.

His maturity, experience, versatility and ability should be an asset

Who would you rather recommend for the game against SA?

Icon4s:


Who would you rather recommend for the game against SA?

For the Rb/LB I will prefer Shehu/Elderson started.
Throwing Ebuehi straight into the deep end is a huge risk, which won't be a smart decision at all.

goldfish80:


I don't know if it will be a good idea starting Omeruo against South Africa. The last time he played against them in the same stadium, he was twisted in knots by the Bafana boys.

Physiologically I don't know what his frame of mind will be facing same opposition (Ranti) once again in Uyo.
It's better he stayed out of this one.

Funny.

Shits happen in football. That was one of them. You also recal Omeruo's heroics againts Drogba at the 2013 AFCON? That was then and this is now.

What matters most are his current abilities. Omeruo is a proven player. I would rather start him than start Awaziem against SA.

goldfish80:

For the Rb/LB I will prefer Shehu/Elderson started.
Throwing Ebuehi straight into the deep end is a huge risk, which won't be a smart decision at all.

That is exactly my point. There is no better RB.

Ebuehi is a back-up to Shehu IMO.

Icon4s:


Funny.

Shits happen in football. That was one of them. You also recal Omeruo's heroics againts Drogba at the 2013 AFCON? That was then and this is now.

What matters most are his current abilities. Omeruo is a proven player. I would rather start him than start Awaziem against SA.

I know about Omeruo's abilities. I will always rate him as one of our better defenders.
However, I'm looking at his frame of mind playing against SA again, knowing fully well that the last time he cost the country an AFCON qualification.

All these could be playing on his mind and physiologically, he might want to be too careful this time which would open him up for errors.

Against another opposition, I will start Omeruo but not this one.

Mujtahida:
There's something uninspiring about that Ezenwa. He's not imposing like Ikeme or calm like Enyeama.

i know, right? He always look so awkward especially in carriage.

Highly uninspiring fellow, can't wait to stop seeing him on the roster

goldfish80:


I know about Omeruo's abilities. I will always rate him as one of our better defenders.
However, I'm looking at his frame of mind playing against SA again , knowing fully well that the last time he cost the country an AFCON qualification.

All these could be playing on his kind and physiologically, he might want to be too careful this time which would open him up for errors.

Against another opposition, I will start Omeruo but not this one.

These are porfessionals my brother.That may even spur him to perform better.

I don't see any problems here. Defending is a collective effort. If all the back four are in good shape there would be cohesion and no room for slip ups.

Mickael2:
I hate to be the one to say this but this match will not be considered when the next fifa rankings are released. as a matter of fact, as long as FIFA is concerned this match never happened.

The International Football Association Board has set a limit of six substitutes as a maximum in international friendlies.
The limit was forced through today despite strong opposition from the English FA and England head coach Sven-Goran Eriksson.
FIFA had originally wanted to impose a maximum of five substitutes but agreed to compromise at the meeting in London.
The rule change is among several changes by the game's rule-making body, including scrapping the golden goal and silver goal rules after Euro 2004.
The decision means that knock-out games will revert to being decided on penalties if the scores are level after two periods of extra-time.
Eriksson and the FA faced an uphill struggle in their attempt to persuade FIFA to drop the change to the substitute rule after the Irish FA indicated they would back the proposal from FIFA president Sepp Blatter.
Irish FA chairman Jim Boyce had said on Thursday: "I personally believe that there should not be more than five substitutes, otherwise it is a total farce with people running on and off the pitch all the time.


Madam, please read this(my first comment about the game) and tell me where you saw Iheanacho's name, please doI like how you refrained from quoting my first reply to your moot point.

Our ranking is not your problem, stop shouting upandan as if the rest of us are unaware of the obvious fact.

It is clear that the only reason you are exhibiting this level of bad belle is because the Kelechi you called a bench warmer, incapable of starting a game, put you to shame. And that is how he will continue putting you to shame until you run out of excuses to give.

Do you know you could have passed the message that this game would not be counted by FIFA WITHOUT adding that Kelechi and Musa's goals would not be counted as well? Rather than do that, you made your bias obvious by glaringly pointing out that fact, so you ended up sounding like a pained person, looking for a balm to sooth his pain.

So, congratulations sir, you played yourself

I hate to be the one to say this but this match will not be considered when the next fifa rankings are released. as a matter of fact, as long as FIFA is concerned this match never happened.

The International Football Association Board has set a limit of six substitutes as a maximum in international friendlies.
The limit was forced through today despite strong opposition from the English FA and England head coach Sven-Goran Eriksson.
FIFA had originally wanted to impose a maximum of five substitutes but agreed to compromise at the meeting in London.
The rule change is among several changes by the game's rule-making body, including scrapping the golden goal and silver goal rules after Euro 2004.
The decision means that knock-out games will revert to being decided on penalties if the scores are level after two periods of extra-time.
Eriksson and the FA faced an uphill struggle in their attempt to persuade FIFA to drop the change to the substitute rule after the Irish FA indicated they would back the proposal from FIFA president Sepp Blatter.
Irish FA chairman Jim Boyce had said on Thursday: "I personally believe that there should not be more than five substitutes, otherwise it is a total farce with people running on and off the pitch all the time.


Madam, please read this(my first comment about the game) and tell me where you saw Iheanacho's name, please do. You don't always have to talk because you saw people talking, thanks a lot

Oga, please read this, the comment I quoted and called you out on, particularly the second very useless point you felt the need to highlight

Mickael2:


Reasons why it matters...

1) the goals and their goalscorers do not matter, in other words Iheanacho and Musa never scored today so long as FIFA is concerned and their stats is always accepted.

2) better ranking means weaker opponents during the world cup. If we end up in Pot3 that could spell disaster.

you don't always have to talk because you think you have an opinion, some opinions are best kept to yourself

safarigirl:
i know, right? He always look so awkward especially in carriage.

Highly uninspiring fellow, can't wait to stop seeing him on the roster

Go take a look at Peter Rufai back in the days - he looked fierce, confident and determined like a true warrior. Those things count. They do. Even something as little as a firm handshake creates impressions.

Some goalkeepers know how to intimidate forwards like the great Peter Schiemechel (Denmark, Manchester United). Ezenwa looks craven.

I pray Ikeme overcomes his injury travails. And who has heard about him? Is he still nursing his injury?

Icon4s:


Who would you rather recommend for the game against SA?

Awaziem

goldfish80:

You just had to include those Manchester City defenders.

Trouble sleep, yanga go wake am, wetin him dey find wahala, him dey find!!

Why is Alex Iwobi's stockings always rolled down? He reminds me of those old school village teachers.His style is unique anyway.

I bet you if Omeruo had play the game yesterday, the match would've ended 3-1. Error full the guy body, the s/Africa and Zambia game comes to mind.

safarigirl:
Awaziem

On what grounds?

Ahmed Musa has gotten a new Coach and Technical Adviser: His New Wife

Central defense parings are very crucial. It is hardly changed if it's working. Awaziem will start alongside Ekong. It is the Right back position that is a toss up between Shehu and Omeruo.

Omeruo won't start as a central defender. He hasn't played that position for us MOST recently.

Icon4s:


You did not think of team chemistry when you were criticising Onazi and Mikel midfield combo. Infact you practically disliked that phrase.

E don reach for Awaziem you quick-quick remember 'team chemistry'. See how I dey look you.

We don't forget things here o.

So my people. We just wasted like 4 pages arguing whether that Togo friendly counts or not FIFA-wise . na wa oh I dey look una dey waste pages lol. Corsica nko?. Don't forget the purpose of friendlies. Whether it will add to the ranking or not, something was achieved. And that's the most important thing.

the kain Musa bad belle eh. So no body notice say Ahmed Musa no get rating. I dey take notice oh

TheSuperNerd:
Nigeria 3- 0 Togo ; Players Ratings – Iwobi MOTM Despite Brace From Leicester City Musa



The Super Eagles of Nigeria defeated their counterparts from Togo in a friendly game played in France yesterday to help both teams prepare for their upcoming AFCON 2019 Qualifiers.

Nigeria maintained their unbeaten run under coach Gernot Rohr with a convincing 3-0 win over their counterparts from Togo, Owngoalnigeria.com Michael James who was at the stadium rates the Super Eagles players on parade.

Ratings

Ikechukwu Ezenwa – Truly was on holiday for most of the 70 minutes he spent oxn the pitch. Although impressed with his constant barking out of instructions to his defenders which helped in keeping them on their toes….. 6/10

Shehu Abdullahi – Solid display from the right back position. Won his tackles neatly and also used the ball to good effect, was quick in joining the attack when he had to. Justified his starting spot….. 7/10

Elderson Echiejile – Senior man like most of his young teammates call him kept it simple at the back, wasn’t caught out of position, held his line brilliantly and his forays upfront helped dragged the Togolese defenders out of position which profited the forwards of the team…..7/10


Chidozie Awaziem – Strong in tackles, loves to play with the ball at his feet and very dominant in aerial duels. Had a game to remember alongside William Troost-Ekong in central defence. No doubt the FC Porto man has a bright future in the team if he maintains or improve on his current rate of progression….. 7.5/10

William Troost– Ekong – Plays with an unusual show of authority, big, strong and commanding. He has grown into one of the leaders of this team, and once again his partnership with Awaziem protected Ezenwa who had little to do due to their hardwork….. 7.5/10


Wilfred Ndidi – Simply unplayable, he was very dominant for Nigeria in the middle. Linked up well with the likes of Alex Iwobi and Oghenekaro Etebo in the middle with him. A future Super Eagles captain…..8/10

Mikel Agu – The FC Porto man appears to have won the heart of coach Gernot Rohr, he was quick in spotting danger and sniffing it out. Won his own fair share of tackles and barring any late minute change of mind could start against South Africa on the strength of his showing in training, and in the games against Corsica and Togo….. 8/10

Oghenekaro Etebo – Unselfishly set up Kelechi Iheanacho for Nigeria’s third goal. Guilty of losing possession early into the game but grew as the games progressed. Very lively for the time he was on and came close to scoring twice….. 7.5/10

Alex Iwobi – Man of the Match. Has way too much class for the Togolese defenders. Operating from the left he set up Ahmed Musa for his both goals and showed some nice pair of heels to get pass his markers with ease. His neat range of passes left the defenders of Togo in their wake….. 9/10


Ahmed Musa – Had another lively performance just like the Corsica game and capped it up with a brace. Took his goals with the calmness of a veteran forward. Surprisingly doesn’t looked match rusty despite his lack of game time at Leicester City during the just concluded football season in England.


Kelechi Iheanacho – Seven goals in ten games for Nigeria says it all. Twice brought out saves from the Togolese goalkeeper before tapping the ball into am empty net for what might be one of his easiest goals in the Nigerian shirt. Took up goal scoring positions and dragged the Togolese defenders out of position with his non stop diagonal runs across the backline of Togo….. 8.5/10.


Substitutes:

Dele Alampasu – Just like Ezenwa had nothing to do for the 20 minutes he was on the pitch. Will be glad his debut ended with a clean sheet for Nigeria…..5/10

Tyronne Ebuehi – Lost his starting spot to Shehu Abdullahi but still showed his qualities when he was introduced. Very attack minded and his willingness to get on the ball most times speaks volume of his abilities as a modern day full back….. 5.5/10

Victor Osimhen – Had to shake off the ball and very confident even in tight areas. Came on when Nigeria have taken their foot of the gas, but still did enough to make his presence noticed….. 6/10

Sikiru Olatubosun – Didn’t touch the ball enough to warrant a rating…..

Olarewaju Kayode – Showed his quick pair of heels and abilities to get past his markers. Loves to defend as well, and always looking to play forward passes to help maintain the team momentum going forward….. 6/10

Henry Onyekuru – Got involved when he came on but didn’t get into goal scoring positions unlike the previous game against Corsica. Still showed glimpses of his potentials with good link up play and neat passes…… 5/10


Alhassan Ibrahim – Mu’azam didn’t really influenced the game like he did against Corsica as he lasted just five minutes on the pitch. Not enough to earn a rating…..


**Michael James

Source: http://owngoalnigeria.com/2017/06/02/nigeria-3-0-togo-players-ratings-iwobi-motm-despite-brace-from-leicester-city-musa/

Joebie:
the kain Musa bad belle eh. So no body notice say Ahmed Musa no get rating. I dey take notice oh

I say make I no talk first. But lets hope he brings on hia 'A' game on the 10th

He is unplayable on his good day. We need consistency from him.

kennysville:


I say make I no talk first. But lets hope he brings on hia 'A' game on the 10th

Icon4s:


On what grounds?

na the work wey e dey do

Joebie:
He is unplayable on his good day. We need consistency from him.

his ’good days' come once in 6 months

Mujtahida:
Ahmed Musa has gotten a new Coach and Technical Adviser: His New Wife

abeg, we are used to Musa and his flash in the pan moments, funny enough they always come with two goals. No be new wife cause am, after all, he had better luck with the old one.

Next game, he will return to his usual okada without control self

Icon4s:


You did not think of team chemistry when you were criticising Onazi and Mikel midfield combo. Infact you practically disliked that phrase.

E don reach for Awaziem you quick-quick remember 'team chemistry'. See how I dey look you.

We don't forget things here o.

sir icon4s see how you corner the guy hahahaha...!
na so the catch am untop kelechi he come change to onazi

safarigirl:
abeg, we are used to Musa and his flash in the pan moments, funny enough they always come with two goals. No be new wife cause am, after all, he had better luck with the old one.

Next game, he will return to his usual okada without control self

How you take know say he had better luck with the former wife?
Calabar girls are legends ooo.

True Musa can disappoint sha but let's just give him a chance. Give all of them a chance except Ideye and Ighalo. That's what I said to Komekn about Osimhen-time and chance.

Musa is likely to start against South Africa in the absence of Vicmo

Owngoal says:
"Ahmed Musa looks settled…marriage must be good
He scored twice within the first 20 minutes to equal the number of goals he had scored for the Super Eagles over the last two years. Overall, he looked sharp despite not playing often at Leicester and was a constant threat for the Togolese. We guess his new marriage has something to do with his new improved state of mind."

so just maybe it will be different from now on hahaha

safarigirl:
his ’good days' come once in 6 months

safarigirl:
abeg, we are used to Musa and his flash in the pan moments, funny enough they always come with two goals. No be new wife cause am, after all, he had better luck with the old one.

Next game, he will return to his usual okada without control self

with his new wife at the stand who knows


the messi that will come out of him

safarigirl:
abeg, we are used to Musa and his flash in the pan moments, funny enough they always come with two goals. No be new wife cause am, after all, he had better luck with the old one.

Next game, he will return to his usual okada without control self

Shey you know football is a physical parable of the relationship between men and what they love the most - women.

It's not for nothing football is called Jogo Bonito-the beautiful game by the Brazilians. A man dribbles, endures tackles, sweats, shoots and scores. And there's wild celebration.
Go figure!

Mujtahida:

How you take know say he had better luck with the former wife?
Calabar girls are legends ooo.

True Musa can disappoint sha but let's just give him a chance. Give all of them a chance except Ideye and Ighalo. That's what I said to Komekn about Osimhen-time and chance.

Musa is likely to start against South Africa in the absence of Vicmo

of.course Musa will start in the absence of VicMo, when VicMo returns, he shall return to the bench.

Calabar girls are myth, not legend

Mujtahida:

Shey you know football is a physical parable of the relationship between men and what they love the most - women.

It's not for nothing football is called Jogo Bonito-the beautiful game by the Brazilians. A man dribbles, endures tackles, sweats, shoots and scores. And there's wild celebration.
Go figure!

he has a new toy for now, he will soon tire of her, but before then, he will return to his shitty play.

Let us all hope this little oppprtunist he put inside his house is an enduring woman for when his career begins to wobble.

And for the record, yes, I am hating on Musa

safarigirl:
of.course Musa will start in the absence of VicMo, when VicMo returns, he shall return to the bench.

Calabar girls are myth, not legend

Pray for your man not to fall into their hands oo cos if he does the myth will become a legend.

But truth is, traditionally in the culture of the Efiks, Anangs and ibibio's the women are taught how to treat men as Kings.

Where specifically is the lady from?