Super Eagles coach, José Peseiro, has staunchly defended shot-stopper Francis Uzoho ahead of the crucial World Cup qualification tie against Lesotho. With criticism swirling around alternative goalkeepers Daniel Akpeyi and Maduka Okoye, and online harassment targeting the latter, Peseiro affirmed Uzoho's position as the best man for the job.
Acknowledging recent scrutiny following a match against Saudi Arabia, where Uzoho conceded two free-kick goals, Peseiro maintained faith in the AC Omonia goalkeeper. While open to opinions, including media scrutiny, Peseiro emphasized his commitment to playing the best players and addressing mistakes for a successful campaign in the World Cup qualifiers.
The upcoming clash with Lesotho becomes a pivotal moment for the Super Eagles as they aim to secure a spot in the 2026 World Cup.
