The new tactical shape Rohr has been trialling might be key to progress in Russia, but it requires dropping one of the side’s star turns



If there is any consolation to be had from these most recent friendlies, it is that Nigeria typically underwhelm in pre-World Cup warm-ups.

The readiest example is 1998, of course, but the Super Eagles did manage a fortunate draw against Greece and a hapless loss against the United States only four years ago. In 2010, the sole victory en route to South Africa was a narrow defeat of North Korea.

Yet, this is a nation whose superstition is only bested by its deep pessimism. With the national side, while a great deal of feeling is involved, there is a nod to that famous sentiment from ‘Heat’: never get involved in something you cannot walk away from in 30 seconds. With the World Cup around the corner, there seems already to be a mental disengagement.

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He needs to start Etebo alongside Ndidi and Mike in midfield

Victor Moses and Ebuehi as wing backs

Ahmed Musa must start upfront

With that we have a chance, otherwise forget it