Nigeria head into today’s encounter against Mozambique with a win in their last 15 friendly games, Punch Sports Extra takes a look at what must be done to end the winless streak
Moffi, Boniface partnership
Victor Osimhen picked up an injru against Saudi Aarabi and has been given permission to return to Italy. In his absence, Victor Boniface is expected to lead the attack and fans will hope to his more of his partnership with Terem Moffi.
Both players combined well after the Napoli striker was taken off and coincidentally, the Eagles attack flourished better with both players on the pitch.
Starting the two forwards against Mozambique could prove a lot for the Mambas defence and give Nigeria the goals needed to end their 15 games without a win in a friendly.
Hand Dele-Bashiru a start
Fisayo Dele-Bashiru is very quick and deadly in one-on-one positions, and he is very direct.
He is yet to play a game for Nigeria, so he would be eager to make an impact in the game if he gets the chance.
The 22-year-old has been in fine form for his Turkish side, scoring four goals and registering two assists in seven matches.
Jose Peseiro should consider handing the player a start alongside Alex Iwobi in the midfield to add more creativity to the team.
His presence will give room for Iwobi to push further up the pitch definitely add more bite to the team something that has been lacking in a very long time since Joe Aribo has been a shadow of himself.
Convert chances
The Eagles failed to punish some of the chances created against Saudi Arabia with Ademola Lookman the major culprit and they were punished for it.
To stand a chance of putting an end to their woeful runs of 15 games without a win in a friendly game, Peseiro’s men know they must score and they must ensure they convert their chances.
End goalkeepers blunders
Nigeria’s inability to keep a clean sheet in almost all their games has been well documented with Francis Uzoho howler against Saudi Arabia the latest in many of their mistakes.
In every game, a team stands a better chance of winning by not conceding and this is what the Eagles must ensure they do today.
