Highlight from Kelechi Nwakali's first start

[ogasir]

Its a short clip but you can see he was running things in the midfield like he will soon be doing for the SE

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[metalalloy]

That Assist for the 3rd goal

I can not wait to see this boy in the SE.

[EMIR KONGI JAFFI JOFFA]

That Assist for the 3rd goal

I can not wait to see this boy in the SE.

One of mikel and onazi might be chopping bench for SE real soon if mikel can no longer play 90min

[marutimon]

From highlights:
1 GSO - Wins back ball, key pass, should have been a goal
1 GOAL - involved in build-up play
2 GOAL - not involved
3 GOAL - excellent pass for an assist

[maceo4]

Good stuff from our boy, but from this clip doesn't look like a super competitive league. Unless this is some kind of friendly or warm up match? B/c the opposition doesn't seem to even have names on their jerseys?

[niyi]

Good stuff from our boy, but from this clip doesn't look like a super competitive league.

Cup game.

[maceo4]

Good stuff from our boy, but from this clip doesn't look like a super competitive league.

Cup game.

Ok, makes more sense now. I'm like their opposition can't even afford to put names on their jerseys lol.

[okidoki]

Futured on sunday, in a league game. Came in around the 75th minute. Played in a two man CM/DM position, on the right hand side.
One could tell instantly, the boy has something special going on. Even the fans, kept hailing him, when ever he touched the ball.
Had one clear chance, to score, but the goalkeeper came out bravely to smoother the ball. Also distributed the ball, whenever he got it properly long and short passes.
Ran through the middle at least twice, with the same move. First he feigns, and the player buys it then put the ball to the side he wants, and zooms off.
Like every rookie just coming in, you can see, the team is still trying to size him up.
I think in another 3-4 games in, he will be starting.

[bully12]

That Assist for the 3rd goal

I can not wait to see this boy in the SE.

Bros you will wait till thy kingdom come before Mr Rohr invites him to SE

[marutimon]

I'm sure that if he starts featuring in league games as a starter and still performing as well he'll be in the first team before soon. That may force Rohr's hand.

[Tbite]

Wow forget the league, even if it is Sunday Sunday League, I haven't seen a Nigeria player put that much technique in his passing since JJ Okocha.

I am not talking about range, I'm not talking about accuracy, I'm not talking about pass completion.

but the sheer technique...and it did tick all those other boxes anyway.

I'm liking what I'm seeing.

[Damunk]

That Assist for the 3rd goal

I can not wait to see this boy in the SE.

Bros you will wait till thy kingdom come before Mr Rohr invites him to SE

Based on all evidence available so far, I'd much rather that decision be left to Rohr than an impiulsive, panicky armchair analyst like you.

[bully12]

Wow forget the league, even if it is Sunday Sunday League, I haven't seen a Nigeria player put that much technique in his passing since JJ Okocha.

I am not talking about range, I'm not talking about accuracy, I'm not talking about pass completion.

but the sheer technique...and it did tick all those other boxes anyway.

I'm liking what I'm seeing.

Bros even if the boy is passing balls in the sun, moon and stars Mr conservative himself Rohr will never ever invite him to Super Eagles. His inordinate and pernicious conservatism passionately irritates and exasperates me.

[ohenhen1]

Need to get stronger and work on his defensive skills. Not ready for the Eagles but he is developing well.

[marutimon]

So far 94% pass completion and that's as a attacking player pushing forward.
Despite only playing 47 minutes he's ranked 6th as the best VVV player so far this season.
Naturally its just stats, but there is no way Nwakali is not in the first team before long.

He was by far the best player in MVV and obviously too good for the league.
History could very well be repeating itself this season. Nwakali's passing range is crazy good.

[bret- hart]

Rhor needs to give this kid a look in.

[EMIR KONGI JAFFI JOFFA]

Rohr hasn't really had a chance to call him yet, he is a major game changer that would affect the core of the team if he works hard. I kinda see him in a similar position okocha was in 94. Heir apparent but has to wait his turn

[marutimon]

I'm wondering whether Mikel and Nwakali would fit in together.
Accomodating everyone will be a problem natural, because Ndidi and Onazi won't both be able to play.
Nwakali could however be a great sub for Mikel, because it seems the legend doesn't have 90 minute legs any more.

And yes - Rohr hasn't had a chance to call him up yet. Let Nwakali win a starting slot for VVV and then we can clamour about a Nwakali invite.

[The YeyeMan]

Need to get stronger and work on his defensive skills.

Based on the YouTube clips or what?

[The YeyeMan]

I'm wondering whether Mikel and Nwakali would fit in together.
Accomodating everyone will be a problem natural, because Ndidi and Onazi won't both be able to play.
Nwakali could however be a great sub for Mikel, because it seems the legend doesn't have 90 minute legs any more.

And yes - Rohr hasn't had a chance to call him up yet. Let Nwakali win a starting slot for VVV and then we can clamour about a Nwakali invite.

Well, the classic combination for a midfield trio is a passer, a tackler/ball-winner, and a runner. In Rohr's system I'd imagine Mikel would have to sit in front of the defence to accommodate a player like Nwakali.

[Mr Shows]

Wow forget the league, even if it is Sunday Sunday League, I haven't seen a Nigeria player put that much technique in his passing since JJ Okocha.

I am not talking about range, I'm not talking about accuracy, I'm not talking about pass completion.

but the sheer technique...and it did tick all those other boxes anyway.

I'm liking what I'm seeing.

Bros even if the boy is passing balls in the sun, moon and stars Mr conservative himself Rohr will never ever invite him to Super Eagles. His inordinate and pernicious conservatism passionately irritates and exasperates me.

Thank God you are not the coach...You will be yanking players off the team and changing them quicker than a hookers knickers..

[Gotti]

Need to get stronger and work on his defensive skills.

Based on the YouTube clips or what?

Based on the Maduabuchi Test no doubt...

[Mr Shows]

I'm wondering whether Mikel and Nwakali would fit in together.
Accomodating everyone will be a problem natural, because Ndidi and Onazi won't both be able to play.
Nwakali could however be a great sub for Mikel, because it seems the legend doesn't have 90 minute legs any more.

And yes - Rohr hasn't had a chance to call him up yet. Let Nwakali win a starting slot for VVV and then we can clamour about a Nwakali invite.

There is a logic to the call up process....Who does he bench right now? He's only had a handful of games since he started his professional career. His time will surely come ... However IMHO, the WC may have come a bit too early..It's a straight pick between him and Etebo..