The ex-Manchester United striker is back in the Super Eagles squad almost three years after he called time on his international career
Fans have questioned Super Eagles coach Gernot Rohr’s decision to hand Al-Shabab striker Odion Ighalo a recall to the national team.
The former Manchester United forward is in the 24-man squad for Nigeria’s clash against Cape Verde and Liberia, which confirms his return after more than two years away.
Rohr had initially confirmed that he spoke with the 32-year-old before naming the player in his squad. However, many Nigerians have questioned the decision to recall the former Watford striker.
The German tactician was criticised for leaving out Taiwo Awoniyi, who is one of the top scorers in the German Bundesliga this season, in favour of a player plying his trade in Saudi Arabia.
Nigerians took to Twitter to express their shock at the recent list put out by the 69-year-old coach.
Before his initial retirement, Ighalo scored 16 goals in 35 appearances for Nigeria. He will hope to add more when Nigeria take on Liberia and Cape Verde in their final group games for the 2022 World Cup qualifiers.
The Super Eagles need just a win from the two games to secure their place in the final playoff round.
This post was last modified on November 9, 2021 12:43 pm