12/13/2025

2022 World Cup Qualifiers: Predicting Nigeria's starting XI against Ghana

By n8rngtd.top

Ahead of Friday's outing at Baba Yara Sports Stadium, GOAL forecasts Austin Eguavoen's selection for the crucial match against the Black Stars.

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    Goalkeeper – Francis Uzoho

    With Maduka Okoye ruled out because of an illness, Uzoho remains the favourite to beat Daniel Akpeyi and John Noble to the no. 1 spot.

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    Defender – William Troost-Ekong

    Troost-Ekong will be expected to lead the Super Eagles out in the encounter and also co-ordinate the defence as they look to avoid defeat in Kumasi.

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    Defender – Leon Balogun

    With reference to his recent impressive performances at Rangers, Balogun is tipped to get the nod to partner Ekong at the centre of the defence.

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    Defender – Zaidu Sanusi

    The Porto star is backed to hold the left-back position as his strength will be an advantage to neutralise Ghana's attacking threats.