As exclusively reported by Owngoalnigeria.com, coach of the senior national team of Nigeria Gernot Rohr has released his starting lineup for today’s friendly game against Zimbabwe.
The coach lined the players in a 4-3-3 formation which has captain of the team Mikel Obi playing as the deepest midfielder in a midfield three which also has Oghenekaro Etebo as central midfielder while Alex Iwobi will play in the number ten role as the attacking midfielder.
In defence, Ola Aina has stamped his authority as the first choice right full back with Jamilu Collins retaining his spot as the left back of the team while Kenneth Omeruo will pair Leon Balogun in central defence.
Attack is where the Eagles will be hoping to overpower the Zimbabwe team with the space of Samuel Kalu on the left and Samuel Chukwueze operating from the right. Paul Onuachu will occupy the top striker position.
Here’s the line up as revealed by Owngoalnigeria.com earlier.
Daniel Akpeyi
Ola Aina
Jamilu Collins
Leon Balogun
Kenneth Omeruo
Mikel Obi
Oghenekaro Etebo
Alex Iwobi
Samuel Chukwueze
Samuel Kalu
Paul Onuachu
