Notable absentees:


- Elderson Echiejile - Obviously DROPPED.


- Moses Simon: left out due to his recent return to light training from injury.

- John Mikel Obi: left out to focus on regaining full fitness with Chinese side having just returned from injury.

- Tyronne Ebuehi: Ruled out for the long term till around February/March 2019.

- Shehu Abdullahi: left out due to Injury also.

- Victor Moses: Retired.

godspeed:
Onazi no dey there

Look again...

The list in graphic...


24 players + 4 standbys (Agbo, M.Mohammed, Eze, Eleke)

i don't really understand why rohr is yet to give agbo a chance.

TheSuperNerd:
The list in graphic...


24 players + 4 standbys (Agbo, M.Mohammed, Eze, Eleke)

TheSuperNerd:
The list in graphic...

24 players + 4 standbys (Agbo, M.Mohammed, Eze, Eleke)

Seeing J.Obi there gave me a heartburn & a sneeze at the same time!
Sweet lord!

Okay I did some quick digging and the strangest name on that list is actually named "Jamilu" not Jamiu according to Transfermarkt... He is a left back in Bundesliga 2.

He's played 180 mins of Bundesliga 2 football and 90 mins in the DFB Pokal (German FA Cup). With him in the team, they have recorded two wins (one in league and one in cup) and a loss (in the league).


Here is his profile...

safarigirl:
no Echiejile.... Thank God

The Jamiu Collins and Semiu Ajayi na just to come answer present, so no problem there. Glad to see Aina back in the fray

Glad to see Onyekuru and Kalu as well, hopefully we'll see what they can do, particularly excited to see more of Onyekuru

Not glad to see Ighalo and I hope he is there to clean boots and clap for the other players on the pitch. I look forward to seeing him out of the team before the tournament proper. Same goes for the Hero and Small Stout Ambassador

No Shehu and Agbo, hmm. Seen enough?

No Simon Moses, why?

Overall decent list, we can have a starting XI thus:

Uzoho

Aina Balogun Ekong Idowu

Ndidi Iwobi Etebo/Ogu

Musa Iheanacho Onyekuru

Moses Simon's exclusion is justifiable, as much as he is returning from injury, he hasn't started a competitive game for Levante, only club friendlies.


"Clean boots and clap for other players", that's ultra acerbic, brother, remember yesterday.

TheLoneCitizen:



Moses Simon's exclusion is justifiable, as much as he is returning from injury, he hasn't started a competitive game for Levante, only club friendlies.


"Clean boots and clap for other players", that's ultra acerbic, brother, remember yesterday.

She's female, brother...

TheSuperNerd:
The list in graphic...


24 players + 4 standbys (Agbo, M.Mohammed, Eze, Eleke)

Too many tier 2&3 players. I cant quite fathom the rationale for Nwakali's call up ahead of more established players such as Anyanwu Billing and Ebere Eze.

Rohr is gradually writing his sack letter

ChrisKels:


Too many tier 2&3 players. I cant quite fathom the rationale for Nwakali's call up ahead of more established players such as Anyanwu Billing and Ebere Eze.

Rohr is gradually writing his sack letter

Ehen remember what you said earlier before today... So uhmmm, You can start the #SackRohr campaign now...

jamilu collins 2016/2017 clips when he was with rejika


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ByuGXbiRBOw

I told you guys that Dinosaur rohr will call ighalo again.

The rantings now can begin

I told you guys that saren bazee doesn't deserved to be called up

Now why the hell is kelechi nwakali in that squad ?

As far as I am concerned that dude doesn't deserved to be there

TheSuperNerd:


Ehen remember what you said earlier before today... So uhmmm, You can start the #SackRohr campaign now...

I have started already nah, check me out on Twitter and Instagram. I cant take this poo anymore. Imagine Onazi too

Good to see Onyekuru and Samuel Kalu on there. Time to start planning for life without Vic Moses.

No surprises with Ighalo making the squad. Not a fan but we simply do not have a better all round alternative. It's not like Nacho is in top form.

I wish Rohr invited Ebere Eze over Nwakali. Need to cap that kid before Scotland takes him. This is an opportunity for Nwakali to prove himself. He might be replacing one of Onazi/Joel Obi if Mikel comes back.

I'm a bit surprised both Onazi and Joel Obi got invited...would've only invited one of them as both are destroyers(J Obi is my pick of course). I guess Rohr thinks Onazi's leadership qualities is still important.

Thank God Salisu is not part of the coaching team for the game....would've been a disgrace if he was.

andrew444:
I told you guys that Dinosaur rohr will call ighalo again.

The rantings now can begin

I told you guys that saren bazee doesn't deserved to be called up

Now why the hell is kelechi nwakali in that squad ?

As far as I am concerned that dude doesn't deserved to be there

the same reason his brother was there.

It is one thing to be called up, another to actually kick ball. Las Las, he snap picture finish, dey go house

ChrisKels:


Too many tier 2&3 players. I cant quite fathom the rationale for Nwakali's call up ahead of more established players such as Anyanwu Billing and Ebere Eze.

Rohr is gradually writing his sack letter

I tell you bro...the old man is gradually drifting towards the path of sanusi yusuf...who knows if he has not been corrupted already.

wanted us captied eze and also bring billing into the super eagles fold.

Ighalo making the list...already spoilt it.
well the team will beat Seychelles.
any good team will do just that.
but Ighalo shouldn't be there...Dude should have been left out on the filmsy reason to enable him concentrate on club football.

andrew444:
I told you guys that Dinosaur rohr will call ighalo again.

The rantings now can begin

I told you guys that saren bazee doesn't deserved to be called up

Now why the hell is kelechi nwakali in that squad ?

As far as I am concerned that dude doesn't deserved to be there

Nobody ever said Bazee would be called up for the match against Seychelles, all what was said, is that he is an option on the right wing, Danjuma too. Get ur facts right.

And uhmmm... Oga Chriskels, there are no tier 3 players on that list. You are exaggerating. We have only four tier 2 players.

Semi Ajayi is from English Championship... Below EPL. Obviously called up to increase our young defensive pool.

Jamilu Collins is from Bundesliga 2. And in the DFB Pokal, some shockers took place with Defending champions and Bundesliga side, Eintracht Frankfurt losing out to a Tier 4 side, SSV Ulm. This lad is obviously brought in as the first step in view of providing backup and growing competition for Idowu on the left. Hopefully with time we get to see Deji-Beyreuther play and also get an invite. This is the beginning of the "phasing out" of Elderson.


Kelechi Nwakali is from Ledman Liga Pro (Portuguese Second division) and with Porto B.. second team of one of Portugal's top elite sides. And obviously brought in to provide options and alternatives in central midfield/attacking midfield in the absence of Mikel Obi. Also Rohr have seen enough of his quality to warrant getting an even closer look at the lad.

Peter Karo Etebo is from the English Championship with Stoke. We obviously saw him at the mundial and he is proven quality for our midfield.

Also Ebere Eze you insist upon (who I also wanna see called up in time) is also Tier 2 (English Championship).




So, abeg coolu down and analyse the list well inugo?

charlesemeka85:
jamilu collins 2016/2017 clips when he was with rejika


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ByuGXbiRBOw

Tinnie Tempa and Kelly Rowland did justice to the soundtrack.
I enjoyed the melody.

ChrisKels:


Nobody ever said Bazee would be called up for the match against Seychelles, all what was said, is that he is an option on the right wing, Danjuma too. Get ur facts right.

Ranter spotted even thou he is yet to unleash his anger

edi287:
Good to see Onyekuru and Samuel Kalu on there. Time to start planning for life without Vic Moses.

No surprises with Ighalo making the squad. Not a fan but we simply do not have a better all round alternative. It's not like Nacho is in top form.

I wish Rohr invited Ebere Eze over Nwakali. Need to cap that kid before Scotland takes him. This is an opportunity for Nwakali to prove himself. He might be replacing one of Onazi/Joel Obi if Mikel comes back.

I'm a bit surprised both Onazi and Joel Obi got invited...would've only invited one of them as both are destroyers(J Obi is my pick of course). I guess Rohr thinks Onazi's leadership qualities is still important.

Thank God Salisu is not part of the coaching team for the game....would've been a disgrace if he was.

One false comment. Nacho has only played one game in the EPL. He is bound to lead Leicester's attack this weekend based on his fine form coming into the season (and thanks to Vardy's absence). He scored four in Preseason. I wonder how he is not in top form. All these subtle digs at Nacho is becoming very childish. Analyse with truth abeg... Or you get this.

safarigirl:
the same reason his brother was there.

It is one thing to be called up, another to actually kick ball. Las Las, he snap picture finish, dey go house

lol funny u

edi287:
Good to see Onyekuru and Samuel Kalu on there. Time to start planning for life without Vic Moses.

No surprises with Ighalo making the squad. Not a fan but we simply do not have a better all round alternative. It's not like Nacho is in top form.

I wish Rohr invited Ebere Eze over Nwakali. Need to cap that kid before Scotland takes him. This is an opportunity for Nwakali to prove himself. He might be replacing one of Onazi/Joel Obi if Mikel comes back.

I'm a bit surprised both Onazi and Joel Obi got invited...would've only invited one of them as both are destroyers(J Obi is my pick of course). I guess Rohr thinks Onazi's leadership qualities is still important.

Thank God Salisu is not part of the coaching team for the game....would've been a disgrace if he was.

Isaac Success has come into his own, he should be there ahead of ineffective Ighalo.

Stewpid decision taken an Academy player over seasoned professionals.

About Joel and Onazi, I must say Rohr is drunk.

goldfish80:

Tinnie Tempa and Kelly Rowland did justice to the soundtrack.
I enjoyed the melody.

jamilu collins invite shows that truly rohr and his technical crew are seriously scouting for leftbacks who will make the position competitive for idowu and also worthy replacements for aging elderson. i must commend rohr and his crew for this. playing in the German 2nd division is not bad and also it doesn't mean the player will remain there forever.judging from where the player is coming from career wise, playing in the German 2nd tier now is a big leap which shows good promise that he is progressing in his career.

we all should remember that our defense stalwart now balogun was in the German 2nd tier when he was first called up by late stephen keshi of blessed memory.

andrew444:
I told you guys that Dinosaur rohr will call ighalo again.

The rantings now can begin

I told you guys that saren bazee doesn't deserved to be called up

Now why the hell is kelechi nwakali in that squad?

As far as I am concerned that dude doesn't deserved to be there

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XKgNVENNqC0




It's a weird world my friend... One moment can be the difference between opportunity to rise or remaining in the shadows... Lol

TheSuperNerd:


One false comment. Nacho has only played one game in the EPL. He is bound to lead Leicester's attack this weekend based on his fine form coming into the season (and thanks to Vardy's absence). He scored four in Preseason. I wonder how he is not in top form. All these subtle digs at Nacho is becoming very childish. Analyse with truth abeg... Or you get this.

You are not serious. Ighalo has played more games and is also in form. Nacho has played one full game and a sub appearance.
If Ighalo is been criticized for his WC performance while his club form is ignored, why shouldn't Nacho be as well? Or do you think Nacho had a better WC?
As an allround 9, Ighalo regardless of what you think is a better option than Nacho. Simple.

Just saw the list...
But I'm disappointed with the inclusions. Though it doesn't change anything.

I was hoping for 6new introductions. Rohr did well in making it 5. I don't have issue with the numbers and those dropped- it is understandable. My only concern is with the replacements.

What justifies the inclusion of players like KC Nwakali, a player from 2. Bundesliga etc...

Rohr seems to be enjoying his bromance with Ighalo, Joel, Akpeyi etc...

But wetin man go do.
Cc: Elyte89, Icon4s

ChrisKels:


Isaac Success has come into his own, he should be there ahead of ineffective Ighalo.

Stewpid decision taken an Academy player over seasoned professionals.

About Joel and Onazi, I must say Rohr is drunk.

Yeah I'm a bit surprised Rohr hasn't invited him. Maybe he wants to give him more time.

TheSuperNerd:


One false comment. Nacho has only played one game in the EPL. He is bound to lead Leicester's attack this weekend based on his fine form coming into the season (and thanks to Vardy's absence). He scored four in Preseason. I wonder how he is not in top form. All these subtle digs at Nacho is becoming very childish. Analyse with truth abeg... Or you get this.

You dey mind the guy ?

League just start and him expect player to dey on top form,in just how man games ?

edi287:

You are not serious. Ighalo has played more games and is also in form. Nacho has played one full game and a sub appearance.
If Ighalo is been criticized for his WC performance while his club form is ignored, why shouldn't Nacho be as well? Or do you think Nacho had a better WC?
As an allround 9, Ighalo regardless of what you think is a better option than Nacho. Simple.

All I addressed was your false comment on Nacho's form. Did I say anything else? Did I say Ighalo is not in form. You see yasef? You are only exposing your intentions behind that lie you told. You just don't rate Nacho. Period. Awon serious person....

ChrisKels:


Isaac Success has come into his own, he should be there ahead of ineffective Ighalo.

Stewpid decision taken an Academy player over seasoned professionals.

About Joel and Onazi, I must say Rohr is drunk.

Isaac success that has played only 17 minute in the Epl ?

As I quoted you earlier I told you that you are about to unleash your rantings