Super Eagles Receive Boost as Ndidi Cleared to Face DR Congo
The Confederation of African Football has cleared Wilfred Ndidi to play for the Super Eagles in their World Cup playoff against DR Congo. Semi Ajayi returns from suspension, while Calvin Bassey and Benjamin Fredrick are set to feature in the defense alongside Ndidi.
Coach Eric Chell has made slight adjustments to the team's backline, with Fredrick moving to right back and Ajayi partnering Bassey in central defense. The team aims to maintain a stable defensive unit against a physical DR Congo side.
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