Don’t overlook Iheanacho, Awoniyi - Fetuga tells Oliseh

Former international Olusegun Fetuga has advised Nigeria coach Sunday Oliseh not to overlook the likes of Kelechi Iheanacho and Taiwo Awoniyi in his new-look Super Eagles as the coach makes effort to strengthen the team. The new Super Eagles coach is expected to name a preliminary squad next week ahead of their 2017 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against the Taifa Stars of Tanzania in September. 

Fetuga believes key players in

the Flying Eagles squad, which won the 2015 African Youth Championship and featured in the U-20 World Cup, are good enough for the senior team. I believe outstanding players like Iheanacho and Awoniyi have proven themselves worthy of being in the senior team.

Kelechi Iheanacho has been in the limelight for Manchester City throughout their pre-season activities. Also, Taiwo Awoniyi was also active for the national U-23 team despite not having a topflight club to play for.. Any wise coach will know that this is the best time to get the player committed to his team.

"I trust Oliseh is professional enough to select his team without sentiment. I support his stand to invite only players with adequate experience; this is not the time to involve players who are bench-warmers at the clubs,” Fetuga said.