Victor Osimhen won’t be a part of the Super Eagles team for Tuesday’s world cup qualifiers games away to group leaders South Africa, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports.

Osimhen went off injured in the first half during yesterday’s 1-0 win over Rwanda in Uyo, and reports from the camp of the team says he will be out of the game against the group leaders due to the knock.

“Team doctor confirmed Victor Osimhen’s injury is a bruise on his chin. He woke up this morning with discomfort and will not be traveling with the squad to South Africa for Tuesday’s game”, an official announcement from the team reads.

A lone strike by newly signed Wolverhampton Wanderers defender Tolu Arokodare helped Nigeria beat Rwanda 1-0 for what was their first win at home in the world cup qualifiers, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports.

It takes the point tally of the Super Eagles to ten ahead of Tuesday’s crucial world cup qualifiers away to the group leaders South Africa.

We rate the players on display for Nigeria in the game.

Stanley Nwabali – Didn’t have much to do in goal but show good command of his goal area, when required. Picked up an avoidable yellow card for dissent…..7/10

Ola Aina – Solid performance as he won all of his duels and liked up with the attack when required…..7/10

Bruno Onyemaechi – Suspect in defending and struggled to keep his man in check. He did play a huge role in the goal scored with a strong run into the box…..6/10

Benjamin Fredrick – Wasn’t fazed by the occasion at all. Didn’t look like a player playing his first competitive game. Handled the pressure well and also formed a good partnership with Calvin Bassey…..8/10

Calvin Bassey – Has grown into one of the leaders of the team in defence. Won everything thrown at him and most importantly avoided a yellow card which would have seen him miss the all important game on Tuesday…..8/10

Wilfred Ndidi – Didn’t have the best of display in the first half playing alongside Onyeka. Improved in the second half to help see out the win…..7/10

Frank Onyeka – Hooked at half time after failing to properly understand his role in the middle with Ndidi. Looked lost especially when on the ball…..5/10

Alex Iwobi – One of his best performance in the Super Eagles shirt with his ball distribution and also chance creation. Stood out in the middle for the team…..8/10

Moses Simon – There is a roar whenever he is on the ball. Brings the crowd to life and the team as well. Created four good chances and almost got himself on the score sheet with a well struck free kick. A very good performance…..8/10

Victor Osimhen – Started the game really well but got subbed off due to a knock on his ankle. He would have probably left with a goal if there was VAR to rule on his attempt which was ruled out for offside….. 5/10

Ademola Lookman – Didn’t look like a player who hasn’t played a game for two months. Worked really hard and created opportunities that was wasted. Repaid the huge decision by the coach to play him despite his lack of game time for a while…..8/10

Substitutes:

Cyriel Dessers – Not quite his best days. Perhaps found the pressure of replacing Osimhen very early into the game too much to handle. Got subbed off as they look to close the game…..5/10

Tolu Arokodare – Made the difference with his goal and overall added life to the attack. His back to goal play is very commanding and was quite a handful for the defence of Rwanda…..8/10

Coach of South Africa Hugo Broos has confirmed that trusted right back Nyiko Mobbie won’t be available for the Tuesday’s world cup qualifiers game against Nigeria after picking up an injury in the 3-0 win over Lesotho on Friday, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports.

Mobbie was forced out of the game after just five minutes leaving the coach with no choice, but to hand a debut to Mamelodi Sundowns defender Zuko Mdunyelwa.

After the game Broos confirmed that the Siwelele FC star won’t be available against Nigeria, and they have already stepped up plans for his replacement, but there is good news on other players who picked up knock during the course of the key win.

“It’s a pity that we have those injuries. Moloisane is not so bad, but Mobbie is out,” Broos told Journalists.

“So we’ll have to call someone else, and we will decide in the next hour who that will be. That’s the only negative point of this game. But again, that can happen in any game. But I saw a very motivated and aggressive team from Lesotho.

“That’s also why we have those injuries. However, our CEO [Lydia Monyepao] will make a call for the game on Tuesday. You know that we have a list of players, and the one who will come on Monday will come tomorrow [Saturday] will be someone whom we have confidence in,” added Broos.

“So what happened has happened. But that doesn’t mean we are panicking. We are in a very good situation, and we have to keep that.”

Mohammed Mowiz Suleiman

The head coach of the senior national team of Nigeria Eric Chelle has sprung a huge surprise with his starting lineup for the senior national team of Nigeria in the world cup qualifiers game against Rwanda, OwnGoalNigeria.com can exclusively reveal.

Captain William Troost Ekong dropped to the bench with on loan Brentford defender Benjamin Fredrick getting his first competitive start after impressing the coach, during the Unity Cup friendly tournament in England.

Starting XI : Nwabali, Aina, Bruno, Fredrick, Bassey, Alex Iwobi, Frank Onyeka, Wilfred Ndidi, Ademola Lookman, Moses Simon, Victor Osimhen.

Head coach of the senior national team of Nigeria Eric Chelle has abandoned the 4-4-2 diamond formation his team has always played since he became coach to 4-2-3-1 for today’s game against Rwanda in the world cup qualifiers, OwnGoalNigeria.com understands.

Chelle will lead Nigeria into today’s game knowing that they have fallen nine points behind the leaders South Africa who were 3-0 winners over Lesotho yesterday.

A win will see them cut the point difference to six before Tuesday’s game away to the leaders. A mission that seems possible with Nigeria winning the reverse tie of this game 2-0 in Kigali.

A four man defence setup with a double pivot will protect the goal of Nigeria, with two wingers and an attacking midfielder playing in attack behind the main striker.

The idea is to have more offensive players in the final third, but also not letting loose of the need to defend better which proved costly last time out when they conceded late to draw 1-1 against Zimbabwe in Uyo.

Nigeria prepares for the AFCON 2027 qualifying campaign, which gives fans and pundits a sustained look at the Super Eagles.

The side has helped unearth world beaters over the years and this campaign promises to throw up a leader or two amidst several youngsters. For an enthusiast and analyst, it is pertinent to note these key players, read their tactical roles in the setup, and synthesize how they influence match outcomes.

Attackers Who Can Change the Game

The attacking composition of the Super Eagles forms one of the most attractive features about this team. Forwards who are noted for late runs and sharp finishing, akin to [insert player name], will definitely be pivotal in unlocking compact defenses.

Wide men characterized by pace and skill, like [insert player name], stretch the opposition lines and also create chances either by crosses or direct runs at goal.

The ability to keep heads up and combine speed with vision under pressure normally decides how much attacking potency Nigeria brings to high-stakes qualifiers.

Midfield Maestros: The Engine of the Team

Midfielders are very instrumental in the build-up of both attacking and defensive plays. Individuals who control the tempo of the game, changing gears from defense to attack, are valuable assets.

Creative playmakers unlock defenses/boxes through incisive passing; box-to-box midfielders provide a pass and then run into the box to get on the end of crosses – they do both defending and attacking work.

The team that better controls this area carries an advantage in AFCON qualifier matches, thus making these players essential focal points for the Super Eagles’ strategy.

Defenders and Goalkeepers: The Last Line of Defense

The center backs and goalkeepers are the mainstays of Nigeria’s defensive solidity. Some players combine great strength with an understanding of tactics by sniffing out danger while also marshaling their back four.

A good goalkeeper inspires confidence in a defense with crucial saves as well as having the ability to distribute the ball which may start a counterattack. Just watching these players’ positioning and choices provides information on Nigeria’s defensive resistance.

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Young Talents to Watch

Nigeria has rising talents playing in home and foreign leagues aside from those known stars. These kids give the side vitality, surprise element, and new looks at plans of play.

Their flexibility enables trainers to test different setups and tricks that may lead to goals in AFCON preliminaries. Watching such players opens up what will be next for soccer in Nigeria but also gives useful tips to scouts plus experts.

Tactical Overview of the Super Eagles

This team uses a dynamic tactical setup. In most cases, they play with defensive solidity and attacking flair, but mainly by the coaching staff’s guidance on how to read the game of opposing teams by high pressing, counter-attacking, or possession-based football. Key players are mostly instructed on specific roles that maximize their particular strengths; however, it still keeps the team’s cohesion.

Any fan or analyst who wants to follow or be involved in Nigeria’s journey to AFCON 2027 should take note of these tactical nuances.

Conclusion

The Super Eagles of Nigeria have entered the qualifiers for AFCON 2027 with a good mix of experience, talent, and burgeoning youth. It’s going to be the key attackers, the midfield strategists, and the defensive stalwarts that will determine outcome on most matches.

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Head coach of the senior national team of Nigeria Eric Chelle has defended his decision to include Ademola Lookman in the team ahead of their upcoming games against Rwanda and South Africa respectively in the world cup qualifiers, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports.

Lookman have been inactive for more than two months after going on strike to force a move to Inter Milan from Atalanta. He returned and didn’t get to play a game before his call up by Nigeria.

Chelle was asked about his decision to include the transfer rebel, largely due to the fact that he hasn’t play a minute this season, and the coach said it’s a decision that he has to make for the good of the team.

” I can’t make a team and leave the best player in Africa out of my team. I know of the transfer situation and not playing for Atalanta but it’s my job to make decisions and I believe he will be of help to us tomorrow”, the coach said ahead of tomorrow’s game against Rwanda in Uyo.

He went further to explain the kind of role, the 27 year old will likely play in the game against Rwanda, which they can’t afford to lose after falling nine points behind group leaders South Africa following their 3-0 win over Lesotho earlier today.

” I will decide after today’s training when I will play him. Maybe 15 minutes, 5 minutes or 60 minutes. It is my job and we will see tomorrow”.

Mohammed Mowiz Suleiman

The goalkeeper of the senior national team of Nigeria Adebayo Adeleye has warned the public against taken his identity for that of the goalkeeper of Cameroon and Manchester United Andre United, OwnGoalNigeria.com.

Adeleye who has one senior international cap for Nigeria was listed among the three goalkeepers for the upcoming world cup qualifiers games against Rwanda and South Africa respectively.

There has been talks about his resemblance with Onana since the start of training of the Super Eagles for both games. The Voloz FC of Greece new signing has now released a statement wishing to be identified as a man of himself, rather than someone else.

“To the esteemed public, I wish to clarify a pressing matter regarding my identity. My name is Adebayo Adeleye, and I am a Nigerian goalkeeper. Unfortunately, some individuals have been mistakenly referring to me as Andre Onana, the renowned Cameroonian goalkeeper.

“I kindly request that the public refrain from associating me with Andre Onana, as we are two distinct individuals with different nationalities and careers. I am proud to be Adebayo Adeleye, a Nigerian and I would appreciate it if my correct identity is respected and used in all references.”

Head coach of Rwanda Adel Amrouche says he is confident that his team will beat the Super Eagles of Nigeria in tomorrow’s world cup qualifiers game at the Godswill Akpabio stadium in Uyo, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports.

Rwanda who are presently second behind group leaders South Africa were beaten 2-0 by Nigeria in the reverse tie of this game played in Kigali. Amrouche is however confident of a turnaround this time around.

Amrouche said the fact that his team has already won in Uyo with almost the same set of players in the AFCON qualifiers in November, means they won’t approach the game with any fear. ” We ( Rwanda) already won here last year and it’s a huge confidence boost going into the game tomorrow”, the coach told OwnGoalNigeria.com.

” I know Nigeria have star players who are good, respected and feared in Europe, but this is about a game and I have the secret of beating Nigeria. Don’t worry you will discover tomorrow after the game”, the coach boasted.

Defending the defeat against Nigeria and explaining why it won’t happen, the coach said he was fairly new in his job back then, and now he has ample knowledge of the Nigerian team.

” I was new back then and now fully settled. You will see a different game and a different result from last term out”, he concluded.

Ade Emmanuel