Barring a last minute change of mind from head coach Eric Chelle Francis Uzoho is prime to start in goal for Nigeria in today’s pre AFCON friendly game against Egypt, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports.
Chelle will not risk first choice goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali for the game as he is still not fully fit. Amass Obasogie is also expected to get a run out in the game per what we exclusively gathered.
There will also be a first time appearance for the trio of Tochukwu Nnadi, Ryan Alebiosu and Ebenezer Akinsamiro. Lanky striker Paul Onuachu is expected to lead the line with Cyriel Dessers getting a run out in the second half.
In defence, first choice pair of Semi Ajayi and Calvin Bassey will get a run out likewise Igoh Ogbu, but Chidozie Awaziem who took part in this morning session is not expected to be in the mix.
We also gathered that Ademola Lookman will play from the start in attack alongside Chidera Ejuke flanking the main man Onuachu.
In defence it will be Bright Osayi-Samuel at right back and Zaidu Sanusi on the opposite flank. The middle will see Ebenezer Akinsamiro play from the start in tandem with Raphael Onyedika.
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