Nigeria Soccer
Awoniyi or Ilenikhena: Eric Chelle faces selection headache ahead of Guinea-Bissau clash — Report
Nigeria head coach Eric Sekou Chelle is reportedly in a dilemma over whether to start Coventry City striker Taiwo Awoniyi against Guinea-Bissau or introduce him from the bench.
The 29-year-old was enterprising for the Super Eagles in their 2-1 win against Madagascar last Friday following his introduction into the game.
The former Nottingham Forest man replaced debutant George Ilenikhena in the 69th minute and put up quite a decent performance for the team.
As cited by OwnGoalNigeria, Awoniyi’s link-up play was brilliant, as he won several duels and also tracked back to help the team defensively.
According to the report, Awoniyi has made a » Read More
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