The Super Eagles of Nigeria rounded up their preparations in Nigeria yesterday ahead of their trip to Benin Republic today for the 2022 AFCON qualifiers.
Owngoalnigeria.com monitored their sessions in Lagos and picked five players who where outstanding and looking likely to pose a selection headache for coach Gernot Rohr.
Semi Ajayi
He has been brilliant all through. Calm and assured in possession and also very decisive in tackles as a matter of fact the team he defended for didn’t concede a goal in the two training sessions and he also capped it with two majestic headers during a drill on crosses.
Kelechi Iheanacho
Truly living up to his tag of senior man in training. He looked not just lively but deadly. In yesterday’s practice match his movement was too much for the duo of Leon Balogun and Troost Ekong to cope. He capped his display with a free kick goal. He hasn’t failed to score in all session so far.
Zaidu Sanusi
Looks a different player entirely. Rohr has been so impressed with him to the extent of putting his arms around him. Captain of the team Ahmed Musa told one of his teammate after yesterday’s session that Zaidu could remain as first choice left back for a very long time.
Wilfred Ndidi
Nothing goes past him. His range of passes has also improved tremendously particularly when he switches play. He is not just about himself anymore as he commands the entire midfield in training by barking out instructions. Surely in his best shape ever.
Ola Aina
One part of his game that has caught the eyes is how he uses both feet with ease during training. It has also made him unpredictable when in possession. Plays with a freedom that is unusual and will no doubt start at right back.
