Super Eagles Star Troost-Ekong, Fred Friday Named In Tippeligaen Team Of The Year
Published: November 07, 2016
Highly respected Norwegian broadcaster TV2 has announced a ceremonial Team of the Year, with two Nigerian young stars making the list.
In a 4-4-2 formation. Troost-Ekong starts in defense alongside Meling, Acosta and Svensson, while former Nigeria U23 trainee Fred Friday leads the frontline with Rosenborg star Christian Gytkjær.
Friday, 21, exploded for Lillestrom at the start of the season, scoring 8 goals and providing one assist, before transferring to Dutch club AZ Alkmaar in July.
Troost-Ekong impressed in his 28 domestic appearances in all competitions and scored four goals from his defensive position.
Igho Kingsley
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