Watford Striker Odion Ighalo To Make Senior Debut As Starting Lineup Is Named

Super Eagles coach Daniel Amokachi has named his starting lineup for the international friendly against Uganda.

Lille goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama will make his 100th appearance in the green- white- green uniform of Nigeria, as he gets the gaffer’s nod to start in goal despite his late arrival in camp.

Chelsea loanee Kenneth Omeruo and Ogbonnaya have been paired  in central defense, with Leon Balogun and Akas the chosen fullbacks.

Daniel Amokachi has opted to start the game with three central midfielders, having selected Eddy Onazi, Steven Ukoh and Hope Akpan.

Ahmed Musa , Odion Ighalo and Anthony Ujah, who have cumulatively netted 35 goals this season in their various leagues, will start upfront.


Super Eagles Lineup
Enyeama – Balogun, Omeruo, Ogbonnaya, Akas – Onazi, Ukoh, Akpan –  Ighalo, Musa, Ujah

Cranes Lineup
Onyango - Nsubuga, Kakuba, Bakaki, Kasaga, Tekwwo, Aucho, Walusimbi, Kizito, Miya, Massa