STARTING LINEUP

[Igugu]

Ghana will be looking to park the bus today and spring a surprise in the attack. If Ghana's defense proves too stubborn, I will like Egus and Amuneke to unleash Amoo on Ghana to unlock that defense. Ka Chineke Mezie Okwum.

[Synopsis]

I’d rather have sanusi starting.

[1naija]

I am always ok with most lineups the coaches chose. My only concern with this lineup is that most of the players are not familiar with the history between the two teams and may approach the game as any other important match they need to win. Well, this is more than an important game. This is Ghananese team we are talking about. There are decades of yabbing at stake. So it's a do or die game. The only option is winning the game!

[vancity eagle]

Uzoho; Aina, Bassey, Troost-Ekong, Balogun; Etebo, Onyeka, Aribo; Lookman, Dennis, Osimhen



I am beside myself. God help us. I pray

Is it not risky to start Bassey for the first time in such a crucial game? He was beaten for pace a couple of times in the last game

isnt Zaidu injured ?

[Ugbowo]

I am always ok with most lineups the coaches chose. My only concern with this lineup is that most of the players are not familiar with the history between the two teams and may approach the game as any other important match they need to win. Well, this is more than an important game. This is Ghananese team we are talking about. There are decades of yabbing at stake. So it's a do or die game. The only option is winning the game!

This is a winning line up. Everybody just relax and wwatch.

[olu]

I really like that line up. The only drawback is Dennis, Lookman, and Bassey haven't spent much time with the team; but they are deserving of their spots based on current form.

Zaidu is a more composed LB than Bassey, however, Bassey is a solid alternative.

[vancity eagle]

I am always ok with most lineups the coaches chose. My only concern with this lineup is that most of the players are not familiar with the history between the two teams and may approach the game as any other important match they need to win. Well, this is more than an important game. This is Ghananese team we are talking about. There are decades of yabbing at stake. So it's a do or die game. The only option is winning the game!

you think "Jollof derby" is more important than going the the World cup ?

please.

This may be the best lineup we have fielded in a very very long time. Only thing is that they have not played together.

But the guys who had been playing together also played like they just met for the first time, so no problem really.

[Ugbowo]

I am always ok with most lineups the coaches chose. My only concern with this lineup is that most of the players are not familiar with the history between the two teams and may approach the game as any other important match they need to win. Well, this is more than an important game. This is Ghananese team we are talking about. There are decades of yabbing at stake. So it's a do or die game. The only option is winning the game!

you think "Jollof derby" is more important than going the the World cup ?

please.

This may be the best lineup we have fielded in a very very long time. Only thing is that they have not played together.

But the guys who had been playing together also played like they just met for the first time, so no problem really.

Simple.

First time in a long time I am calm and satisfied about a starting 11.

The fact is we have seen Egu's 4-4-2 5 times and the last 2 times he faced teams drilled to nullify it and we have scored 0 goals.

It was time for a change.

[Robbynice]

I am always ok with most lineups the coaches chose. My only concern with this lineup is that most of the players are not familiar with the history between the two teams and may approach the game as any other important match they need to win. Well, this is more than an important game. This is Ghananese team we are talking about. There are decades of yabbing at stake. So it's a do or die game. The only option is winning the game!

Most of the players invited to the team are not familiar with the history between both teams. I am sure they have been told sha and ready to make history of their own. We shall see...

[metalalloy]

I like this lineup. If Bassey don’t get beat for pace again we should be good.

He looked pretty fast in the last game.

[vancity eagle]

I am always ok with most lineups the coaches chose. My only concern with this lineup is that most of the players are not familiar with the history between the two teams and may approach the game as any other important match they need to win. Well, this is more than an important game. This is Ghananese team we are talking about. There are decades of yabbing at stake. So it's a do or die game. The only option is winning the game!

you think "Jollof derby" is more important than going the the World cup ?

please.

This may be the best lineup we have fielded in a very very long time. Only thing is that they have not played together.

But the guys who had been playing together also played like they just met for the first time, so no problem really.

Simple.

First time in a long time I am calm and satisfied about a starting 11.

The fact is we have seen Egu's 4-4-2 5 times and the last 2 times he faced teams drilled to nullify it and we have scored 0 goals.

It was time for a change.

100%

I am very excited to see what Aribo can do without being over burdened with defensive duties.

Lookman and Dennis just had to be the way forward.

I'd like to see Sadiq play a part, but given the formation it would have to be for Osimehn, and I think he has to be a 90 minute player, so we'd have to switch formation, and that should only happen should this 433 not be working.

I'd bring on Simon as a sub, hopefully motivated from being benched. He would help close the game out with his defensive duties.

Possibly Amoo to take over from Aribo, if he tires.

[vancity eagle]

I like this lineup. If Bassey don’t get beat for pace again we should be good.

He looked pretty fast in the last game.

he looked leggy to me. But he was very composed making tackles in the box. Used his body very well.

[fabio]

Players should win this match for the victims of the Kaduna train attack.

[truetalk]

Uzoho; Aina, Bassey, Troost-Ekong, Balogun; Etebo, Onyeka, Aribo; Lookman, Dennis, Osimhen



I am beside myself. God help us. I pray

Is it not risky to start Bassey for the first time in such a crucial game? He was beaten for pace a couple of times in the last game

If it is the pace you are talking about, then it goes beyond this game.

However, it is time for people to step up. I would have personally preferred a 3-5-2 for the Eagles against leading African teams or top 40 global teams, with Bassey as at option at the back while Zaidu and Jamilu are LWB options. However it seems Egu prefers 4 at the back, no matter what.

Given that situation, Bassey was called up over Collins. He has to step up, especially if Zaidu has a knock.

Also, two of his clubmates are in the starting lineup. If that doesn't calm him down, then maybe he is not yet ready.

[vancity eagle]

Owngoal have confirmed lineup after peddling disinfo about Ahmed Musa.

[gochino]

I like this lineup. If Bassey don’t get beat for pace again we should be good.

He looked pretty fast in the last game.

Yeah but that short Ghanaian guy that played from the right in the second half was faster.

[metalalloy]

I like this lineup. If Bassey don’t get beat for pace again we should be good.

He looked pretty fast in the last game.

he looked leggy to me. But he was very composed making tackles in the box. Used his body very well.

Yea. I mean for his shape. Sanusi is def faster than him. ANyway, good lineup, lets see how things turn out.

[gochino]

Owngoal have confirmed lineup after peddling disinfo about Ahmed Musa.

Lol they must have copied it from CE

[highbury]

I don't care who is in the line up. I could care less if they are 11 Vancity Eagles, I wish the team success and good luck. Will be cheering for them from my big screen

[1naija]

Actually, I think it is. There will always be another World cup to go to, but we cannot afford the lose the jollof derby. Our kid's kids may not hear the end of it. We must win the derby.

I am always ok with most lineups the coaches chose. My only concern with this lineup is that most of the players are not familiar with the history between the two teams and may approach the game as any other important match they need to win. Well, this is more than an important game. This is Ghananese team we are talking about. There are decades of yabbing at stake. So it's a do or die game. The only option is winning the game!

you think "Jollof derby" is more important than going the the World cup ?

please.

This may be the best lineup we have fielded in a very very long time. Only thing is that they have not played together.

But the guys who had been playing together also played like they just met for the first time, so no problem really.

[Robbynice]

I don't care who is in the line up. I could care less if they are 11 Vancity Eagles, I wish the team success and good luck. Will be cheering for them from my big screen

Short and simple!

[vancity eagle]

I don't care who is in the line up. I could care less if they are 11 Vancity Eagles, I wish the team success and good luck. Will be cheering for them from my big screen

Bro you don't get it.

It is very frustrating to repeatedly watch our coaches and SPORTS ADMINISTRATORS sabotage our team.

If we want our team to make history we cannot support such nonsense.

[Lolly]

Decent adjustments, I would have preferred Simon starting though.

Same here.