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Chelle leaves out Troost-Ekong and picks Ndidi as captain as Super Eagles face Rwanda

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Super Eagles boss Eric Chelle has made a bold call ahead of today’s World Cup qualifier against Rwanda, leaving out skipper William Troost-Ekong from the starting lineup.

Youngster Benjamin Fredericks will line up alongside Calvin Bassey in the heart of defence, with Ola Aina and Bruno Onyemaechi taking up the full-back positions.

In midfield, Wilfred Ndidi is set to wear the armband and anchor the team, working alongside Frank Onyeka and Alex Iwobi. Up front, Napoli striker Victor Osimhen will spearhead the attack, flanked by Moses Simon and Ademola Lookman on the wings. The clash started at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo by 5:00 pm Nigerian time.


 

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Paul Merson Advises Mikel Arteta Ahead of Sunday’s Match

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Arsenal legend Paul Merson passes message to Mikel Arteta to place Kepa Arrizabalaga as the goalkeeper in the Carabao Cup final on Sunday.

In a recent interview he shared “Arsenal need to make a big decision whether to go with Kepa Arrizabalaga or David Raya in goal, Kepa has been first-choice in the Carabao Cup, and they should stick with him. It is only fair because he played well and took them to this stage”


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Joleon Lescott Backs Arsenal Ahead of Sporting Clash

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Former Manchester City player, Joleon Lescott shares his prediction on Arsenal FC ahead of their Champions League quarter-final clash.

It can be noted that Arsenal will face Sporting CP in the quarter-finals, while FC Barcelona will take on Atlético Madrid.

“I would not say so just because of the way they defend.

“I think a more compact team like Arsenal, and with the offensive talent that they have, I think will cause Barca a lot of problems because I still think there are frailties in their defensive line.”

He shared that Arsenal has a chance of going far in the competition.

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Troy Deeney Doubts Arsenal’s Chances Against PSG, Bayern

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Former captain of Watford, Troy Deeney shares his thoughts on Arsenal’s chances of winning a trophy this season.

He stated that PSG and Bayern Munich could perform better than Arsenal.

He also named Arsenal, PSG, and Bayern Munich as the top three favourites to win the UEFA Champions League.

The former captain added that he does not think Arsenal are the strongest team and could struggle against top sides like PSG and Bayern Munich.


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