Udoh Reveals Reason for Osimhen's Substitution in Nigeria's World Cup Qualifier Defeat
Colin Udoh shed light on the reason behind Victor Osimhen's halftime substitution during Nigeria's World Cup Qualifier playoff against DR Congo, where Nigeria lost in a penalty shootout. Osimhen, who had been instrumental in Nigeria's previous games, was taken off due to a hamstring injury.
This unfortunate event impacted Nigeria's performance, leading to their defeat and failure to qualify for the World Cup. Udoh highlighted the significance of Osimhen's absence and the team's focus on preparing for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations.
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