Super Eagles Coach Addresses Absence of Three Players Ahead of AFCON Opener
Super Eagles head coach Eric Chelle commented on the absence of three Nigerian defenders, William Troost Ekong, Ola Aina, and Benjamin Fredrick, due to retirement and injuries. Chelle expressed confidence in the remaining squad's defensive capabilities for the AFCON match against Tanzania.
Troost Ekong retired from international football, Aina is rehabilitating a hamstring injury, and Fredrick has a hand injury sidelining him for the tournament. Chelle emphasized trust in the defensive players and the team's focus on the game plan.
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