Hull Metropolis defender Semi Ajayi might properly begin Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs ultimate with Democratic Republic of Congo on Sunday after serving out a one-match ban.
The skilled centre-back missed the Tremendous Eagles’ 4-1 victory over the Panthers of Gabon on Thursday because of suspension.
Calvin Bassey paired younger defender, Benjamin Fredrick on the coronary heart of the workforce’s defence in his absence.
Head coach Eric Chelle might now transfer Fredrick to right-back rather than Vibrant Osayi-Samuel to permit Ajayi pair Bassey at centre-back.
Ajayi’s expertise and quietness shall be wanted in opposition to the robust- taking part in DRC.
Left-back Zaidu Sanusi is count on to maintain his place within the beginning line-up.
