Nigeria vs Cameroon: Gernot Rohr reveals which goalkeeper he will use for crucial match

Super Eagles coach, Gernot Rohr, has revealed that FC Ifeanyi Ubah first choice goalkeeper, Ikechukwu Ezenwa will be in goal in the World Cup 2018 Qualifiers against Cameroon in Uyo on Friday.

The Franco-German said the decision to start Ezenwa was borne out of the fact that he did very well for the team in the CHAN 2018 Qualifiers against Benin Republic which Nigeria won 2-1 on aggregate to progress.

Ezenwa had, before, now played second fiddle to Chippa United of South Africa goalkeeper, Daniel Akpeyi, who was heavily criticized after Nigeria’s 0-2 loss against South Africa in the AFCON 2019 Qualifiers.

Rohr told reporters, Ezenwa will start on Friday. He had two good performances with the CHAN team and we are happy.”

Nigeria vs Cameroon: Uyo Stadium is not cursed – Rohr

Head coach of the Super Eagles, Gernot Rohr, has rubbished insinuations that the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, is a jinxed venue for the national team.

Rohr also explained why he chose the Nest of Champions ahead of other stadia in the country.

The German stated this at a media conference on Wednesday, ahead of Friday’s 2018 World Cup qualifier against Cameroon.

“Uyo is not unlucky. We just have to do our best and it’s not hard to see why we chose it ahead of other venues. One, the stadium has the best pitch in the country and that is very important if you must have a good game.

“Two, the weather condition in Uyo is very conducive for football and that’s also a very big factor when considering the choice of venue. Thirdly, the people of Uyo are warm and welcoming and that, again, is a big reason to pick it,” he said.