The Digest:
Nigeria's starting lineup for the must-win World Cup qualifier against Benin has been confirmed, with coach Eric Chelle handing starts to Semi Ajayi and debut goal-scorer Akor Adams while omitting Tolu Arokodare in a bold attacking formation.
Key Points:
- Stanley Nwabali starts in goal despite recent nervous performances
- Semi Ajayi partners Calvin Bassey in central defense
- Benjamin Frederick and Zaidu Sanusi operate as full-backs
- Wilfred Ndidi and Alex Iwobi anchor the midfield
- Moses Simon and Samuel Chukwueze provide width on the wings
- Victor Osimhen leads the attack alongside debut scorer Akor Adams
- Tolu Arokodare drops out of the starting lineup
- Nigeria must win to keep World Cup qualification hopes alive
