Three Reasons Why Rohr Won't Miss Ndidi's Presence Against Ukraine
Published: September 09, 2019.png)
The Super Eagles of Nigeria will battle Ukraine on Tuesday without the presence of their top defensive midfielder Wilfred Ndidi who pulled out of the game after suffering a minor hamstring injury.
The midfielder is a regular figure in Gernot Rohr's team but the manager won't count on his obvious ability against Andriy Shevchenko's men.
As much as Ndidi's importance to the team can't be overlooked, Rohr has no reason to panic over the player's absence. allnigeriasoccer.com provides three reasons why Ndidi's absence won't have negative effects on Eagles performance on Tuesday.
1. Esiti Is A Perfect Replacement
Since his last appearance for the Super Eagles three years ago, the PAOK Salonika midfielder failed to win Gernot Rohr's heart despite fine showings for his club.
His invitation to camp was as a result of Ndidi's injury and it won't be out of place to say that the 25-year-old is the perfect alternative to the Leicester City man.
2. It Provides Rohr The Opportunity To Test New Midfield Partnership
Ndidi's inability to make the traveling squad could be a blessing in disguise because Rohr now has an opportunity to test new midfield partnership.
Ndidi — Etebo has been Rohr's preferred combination right from time but things will change against Ukraine. Semi Ajayi and Esiti can step into Ndidi's position as fans will hope to see a new midfield partnership.
3. Nothing Is At Stake
The upcoming fixture is a friendly encounter and nothing is at stake. Ndidi's service isn't compulsorily needed by the gaffer.
One of the importance of a friendly game is to give fringe or new players the chance to showcase their potentials, and Ndidi's absence will help Rohr give his new players some game-time.
Ibukun Italoye
The midfielder is a regular figure in Gernot Rohr's team but the manager won't count on his obvious ability against Andriy Shevchenko's men.
As much as Ndidi's importance to the team can't be overlooked, Rohr has no reason to panic over the player's absence. allnigeriasoccer.com provides three reasons why Ndidi's absence won't have negative effects on Eagles performance on Tuesday.
1. Esiti Is A Perfect Replacement
Since his last appearance for the Super Eagles three years ago, the PAOK Salonika midfielder failed to win Gernot Rohr's heart despite fine showings for his club.
His invitation to camp was as a result of Ndidi's injury and it won't be out of place to say that the 25-year-old is the perfect alternative to the Leicester City man.
2. It Provides Rohr The Opportunity To Test New Midfield Partnership
Ndidi's inability to make the traveling squad could be a blessing in disguise because Rohr now has an opportunity to test new midfield partnership.
Ndidi — Etebo has been Rohr's preferred combination right from time but things will change against Ukraine. Semi Ajayi and Esiti can step into Ndidi's position as fans will hope to see a new midfield partnership.
3. Nothing Is At Stake
The upcoming fixture is a friendly encounter and nothing is at stake. Ndidi's service isn't compulsorily needed by the gaffer.
One of the importance of a friendly game is to give fringe or new players the chance to showcase their potentials, and Ndidi's absence will help Rohr give his new players some game-time.
Ibukun Italoye
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