Former Nigeria international Victor Ikpeba has called for the inclusion of new players into the Super Eagles.
Ikpeba, a former African Player of the Year made the assertion following the Super Eagles’ disappointing 2-1 loss to the Amavubi of Rwanda in Uyo on Monday night.
Caretaker coach, Augustine Eguavoen made seven changes to his starting line-up opting to bench the likes of Victor Osimhen, Wilfred Ndidi and Alex Iwobi.
DAILY POST reports that Super Eagles put up a shambolic display in the game, surrendering their unbeaten run in the qualifiers.
Ikpeba expressed disappointment with the team’s performance and outcome of the game.
“I am disappointed with the result and the performance of the team,” Ikpeba said on Monday Night Football beamed on SuperSport TV.
“This was a chance for the other players in the squad to show whether they are good enough to be part of the national team.
“Unfortunately, they failed to turn up, they didn’t do well for themselves and the fans.
“There is therefore a need for new players to be called up so as to create more competition in the team.”
