Keshi Unleashes Ameobi, Dike On Italy

Super Eagles coach, Stephen Keshi will be using a different line up against the Italians in Monday evening’s international friendly at Fulham’s Craven Cottage.

Newcastle United forward Shola Ameobi and Toronto FC striker Bright Dike will be starting against the Azzuris in place of Emmanuel Emenike and Brown Ideye — the duo will partner Liverpool’s Victor Moses in a three-pronged attack.
The lone midfield change is Brescia’s Nnamdi Oduamadi who will pair up with Chelsea’s John Obi Mikel and Lazio’s Ogenyi Onazi.Rizespor’s Godfrey Oboabona will be in charge of his position in the defence, joined by Nigeria Premier League-based trio of Azubuike Egwuekwe of Warri Wolves, Solomon Kwambe of Sunshine Stars and Benjamin Francis of Heartland.
Austin Ejide will replace Vincent Enyeama in the goal as Keshi prepares his team for the World Cup.
Nigeria will be looking forward to avenging the 2-1 loss to the Italians in the 1994 World Cup – Roberto Baggio scored two late goals to become victors.


The Nation