AFCON 2023: Uzoho Favoured To Start In Goal For Super Eagles Vs Equatorial Guinea

Francis Uzoho is expected to start in goal when the Super Eagles confront the Nzalang Nacional of Equatorial Guinea in their opening fixture at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.

Uzoho has been widely criticised for his poor displays in recent outings for the Super Eagles.

Head coach Jose Peseiro has drafted in Chippa United goalie, Stanley Nwabili to contest for the number one position.

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Enyimba’s Olorunleke Ojo is the other goalkeeper contesting for the number one position.

Uzoho has however performed better than the duo in training, according to camp sources.

Barring any unforeseen circumstances, the Omonia Nicosia of Cyrus shot stopper will be in goal for the Super Eagles against Juan Micha’s men.

The Super Eagles will face Equatorial Guinea at the Alassanne Quattara Stadium, Ebimpe, Abidjan on Sunday.

By Adeboye Amosu in Abidjan

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