Okocha should be very careful

[highbury]

I am hearing that Egu is contemplating putting Iwobi as a Number 10 due to Okocha's insistence that Iwobi is a #10 not a winger. First of all, none knows Iwobi's real position. He hasn't been convincing at either role. He flopped at #10 role at Everton. The round of 16 isn't the time to be experimenting. Apart from being a skillful player with decent success in SE doesn't give him the right to dictate to the coach. What has he done as a coach? The only opportunity he had to be coach- Star Sixies was a disaster. He should support the team and let Egu and the coaching team do their job. This is irritating!!!!!

[Robbynice]

Where did you hear that Egu is contemplating putting Iwobi as Number 10?

[ogasir]

You didn't hear nothing.

[highbury]

Own goal Nigeria and a source in Cameroon

[Odas]

Where did you hear that Egu is contemplating putting Iwobi as Number 10?

Mmm, hmm! Good question, please tell us where you heard such from

[highbury]

Where did you hear that Egu is contemplating putting Iwobi as Number 10?

Own goal Nigeria and a source in Cameroon

[maceo4]

Where did you hear that Egu is contemplating putting Iwobi as Number 10?

Own goal Nigeria and a source in Cameroon

Mschew….abeg abeg abeg

[Robbynice]

Where did you hear that Egu is contemplating putting Iwobi as Number 10?

Own goal Nigeria and a source in Cameroon

Baba you don forget say some of us get sources for Cameroon. I know at least 2 guys (reputable journalists) who are on ground in Garoua

[Enugu II]

I am hearing that Egu is contemplating putting Iwobi as a Number 10 due to Okocha's insistence that Iwobi is a #10 not a winger. First of all, none knows Iwobi's real position. He hasn't been convincing at either role. He flopped at #10 role at Everton. The round of 16 isn't the time to be experimenting. Apart from being a skillful player with decent success in SE doesn't give him the right to dictate to the coach. What has he done as a coach? The only opportunity he had to be coach- Star Sixies was a disaster. He should support the team and let Egu and the coaching team do their job. This is irritating!!!!! B

I hope okocha is not overstepping bounds here because he of all people should understand his limits. He is not the coach. He is simply a bystander.

[1naija]

First of all, unless Aribo picks up a knock in training, Eguavoen will start the same back 4 and midfield as the first 2 games of the group stages. If Iwobi starts, it will be in place of Chukwueze, whom i think has not been crisp with his passes despite the goal against Sudan. And it will be because of Iwobi's performance against Guinea Bissou and not because of some nonsensical suggestion by okocha.

I am hearing that Egu is contemplating putting Iwobi as a Number 10 due to Okocha's insistence that Iwobi is a #10 not a winger. First of all, none knows Iwobi's real position. He hasn't been convincing at either role. He flopped at #10 role at Everton. The round of 16 isn't the time to be experimenting. Apart from being a skillful player with decent success in SE doesn't give him the right to dictate to the coach. What has he done as a coach? The only opportunity he had to be coach- Star Sixies was a disaster. He should support the team and let Egu and the coaching team do their job. This is irritating!!!!! B

I hope okocha is not overstepping bounds here because he of all people should understand his limits. He is not the coach. He is simply a bystander.

[1naija]

The greatest beneficiary of Iwobi starting will be Awoniyi or Sadiq, whoever plays. Iwobi and senior Man Kels think pass first before self glory.

[EMIR KONGI JAFFI JOFFA]

Iwobi days as a starter for SE are done. JJ can promote his cousin all he wants but hes nit starting material for SE, might nit even make future squads once his relegation battle at Everton starts.

[kalani JR]

If Egu allows himself to be pressured that's on him.

[Lolly]

I am hearing that Egu is contemplating putting Iwobi as a Number 10 due to Okocha's insistence that Iwobi is a #10 not a winger. First of all, none knows Iwobi's real position. He hasn't been convincing at either role. He flopped at #10 role at Everton. The round of 16 isn't the time to be experimenting. Apart from being a skillful player with decent success in SE doesn't give him the right to dictate to the coach. What has he done as a coach? The only opportunity he had to be coach- Star Sixies was a disaster. He should support the team and let Egu and the coaching team do their job. This is irritating!!!!! B

I hope okocha is not overstepping bounds here because he of all people should understand his limits. He is not the coach. He is simply a bystander.

I thought Okocha was part of the coaching crew?

[deanotito]

If Eguavoen puts whoever in any position, it’s not Okocha’s fault. He’s making a suggestion…as we all do. Na coach get final decision…It’s all on the coach

[mcal]

...Everton is not SE. Different teams and players, and coach, and environment.

[highbury]

I don't care Iwobi if Iwobi starts. If he starts, I am sure he will do a good job. My main concern is that he doesn't start because of Okocha.

[Enugu II]

Iwobi days as a starter for SE are done. JJ can promote his cousin all he wants but hes nit starting material for SE, might nit even make future squads once his relegation battle at Everton starts.

They are not cousins nor are they in the same age bracket. JJ is UNCLE to Alex Iwobi.

The point is Alex has played well enough to start, given Chukwueze's travails as someone already pointed out. However, JJ should not attempt to pressure the Manager on this issue. The Manager can and should make his own decision on this and does not need JJ to act as an overbearing influencer.

[The YeyeMan]

Iwobi days as a starter for SE are done. JJ can promote his cousin all he wants but hes nit starting material for SE, might nit even make future squads once his relegation battle at Everton starts.

They are not cousins nor are they in the same age bracket. JJ is UNCLE to Alex Iwobi.

The point is Alex has played well enough to start, given Chukwueze's travails as someone already pointed out. However, JJ should not attempt to pressure the Manager on this issue. The Manager can and should make his own decision on this and does not need JJ to act as an overbearing influencer.

Any evidence that JJ has put pressure on Egu to start Iwobi?

[mystic]

I don't care Iwobi if Iwobi starts. If he starts, I am sure he will do a good job. My main concern is that he doesn't start because of Okocha.

If your source is Owngoal you should know the difference between sensational headlines and reality. Besides, Eguavoen has already played Iwobi as a CAM in this tournament.

[mystic]

Iwobi days as a starter for SE are done. JJ can promote his cousin all he wants but hes nit starting material for SE, might nit even make future squads once his relegation battle at Everton starts.

They are not cousins nor are they in the same age bracket. JJ is UNCLE to Alex Iwobi.

The point is Alex has played well enough to start, given Chukwueze's travails as someone already pointed out. However, JJ should not attempt to pressure the Manager on this issue. The Manager can and should make his own decision on this and does not need JJ to act as an overbearing influencer.

Any evidence that JJ has put pressure on Egu to start Iwobi?

The story is about Egu 'bowing' to Okocha's desire to play Iwobi as a CAM, not about whether he starts or not. This is utter nonsense!

[return2k2]

[TonyTheTigerKiller]

I am hearing that Egu is contemplating putting Iwobi as a Number 10 due to Okocha's insistence that Iwobi is a #10 not a winger. First of all, none knows Iwobi's real position. He hasn't been convincing at either role. He flopped at #10 role at Everton. The round of 16 isn't the time to be experimenting. Apart from being a skillful player with decent success in SE doesn't give him the right to dictate to the coach. What has he done as a coach? The only opportunity he had to be coach- Star Sixies was a disaster. He should support the team and let Egu and the coaching team do their job. This is irritating!!!!!

A self-ascribed expert trying to impeach Okocha’s judgement, smh. It is clear to everyone that the most brilliant #10 in the world arguably, has a much more valid opinion about Iwobi’s abilities than yours


Cheers.