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Super Eagles Set for Benin Match in Ivory Coast with 3-4-3 Formation
The match between The Super Eagles and Benin Republic will be located in Abidjan, Ivory Coast at 8pm tonight. The Coach of Super Eagles, Eguavoen has chosen the 3-4-3 formation for this match to boost the team’s defense.
The defensive line will be anchored by Captain William Troost-Ekong, he will be partnered with Calvin Bassey and Gabriel Osho. The wing-back positions will be taken by Ola Aina and Boavista’s Bruno Onyemaechi, both players are known for their contribution in the defensive side.
Wilfed Ndidi will be placed in the midfield and working alongside will be Alex Iwobi. The Upfront will be taken by Victor Osimhen supported by player Ademola Lookman and Kelechi Iheanacho.
Chelsea player Enzo Fernández is in discussions to join Manchester City. This information was revealed by Fabrizio Romano, who shared that the two clubs are discussing a potential deal.
He wrote: “Enzo Fernández has a verbal agreement with Manchester City on personal terms.
“Deal depends on club-to-club decision, as #MCFC have not sent an official bid yet, but contacts will take place soon; decision on price is up to Chelsea.
“Enzo could be out again this weekend.”
Manchester City manager Enzo Maresca mentions his captains for the team. He mentions Rúben Dias and Erling Haaland.
He shared “We have experienced players. For sure, we have leaders. Now we need to wait four or five more days until the transfer window closes to see if we can add one or two more captains to Ruben [Dias] and Erling , who at the moment are the two captains.”
Maresca confirmed the pair as part of his leadership group ahead of the 2026/27 season, with two more captains expected to be selected after the transfer window closes.
Chelsea manager speaks on the team and shares thoughts on considering a change in goalkeepers, giving another goalkeeper, Mike Penders, a chance.
“Penders is part of the squad, so he has an opportunity. We will decide and then I am giving the team tomorrow to the players, so I prefer to respect that they know first.”
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