The Super Eagles’ striker, Victor Osimhen is expected to miss the match against South Africa after an escalated groin injury during a face-off with Rwanda.
Sadly, the groin has not been in remission to allow Osimhen feature in the fisticuff against Bafana Bafana creating worries in the hearts of Nigerians about the profound impact his absence could have on the game.
With the exit of the Super Eagles’ star, Tolu Arokodare received the mantle to spearhead the offensive, assisted by Ademola Lookman and Moses Simon on the wings.
Wilfred Ndidi will lead the side from midfield, flanked by Raphael Onyedika and Alex Iwobi, while Benjamin Fredrick may earn another start in central defence alongside Calvin Bassey.
As the Super Eagles travel to Bloemfontein to take on South Africa in a deciding and high-stakes Group C encounter on Tuesday, hopes are high .
Currently, Nigeria is third in the Group C with 10 points from seven matches as South Africa leads with 6 points and Benin sit second with 1 point ahead Super Eagles.
Given the position of Nigeria in the Group C having drawn four games, it’s only imperative for the team to subdue Bafana Bafana to keep hopes of automatic qualification alive.
