Super Eagles XI: Uzoho starts in goal as Nigeria battle Ghana in World Cup qualifier

Augustine Eguavoen has fielded a strong XI for the first-leg of their clash against the Black Stars at the Baba Yara Sports Stadium on Friday night

Getty ImagesGoalkeeper – Francis Uzoho

Uzoho takes the no. 1 spot after Maduka Okoye withdrew from selection because of an illness.

AdvertisementGettyDefender – William Troost-Ekong

The Watford star is tasked to lead the team with Ahmed Musa on the bench and he is also at the centre of the defence.

BackpagepixDefender – Leon Balogun

Balogun is back in the team after missing the Super Eagles' outing at the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations because of an injury.

He has been in fine form for Rangers across all competitions.

BackpagepixDefender – Zaidu Sanusi

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