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The Omonia Nicosia goalkeeper has come below extreme criticism after a string of unimpressive shows for the nationwide staff
Within the aftermath of Sunday’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier between Nigeria and Zimbabwe in Rwanda, former Nigeria youth worldwide Emeka Amadi has stepped ahead to protect Tremendous Eagles goalkeeper Francis Uzoho from criticism relating to Zimbabwe’s aim, Soccernet.ng experiences.
Uzoho, who has confronted scrutiny prior to now, discovered himself below the highlight as soon as once more after conceding from a long-range free-kick within the first half.
Kelechi Iheanacho equalised for Nigeria within the second half to earn the Tremendous Eagles a share of the spoils.
Nigeria got here near dropping the sport, although, when goalkeeper Uzoho made a near-mess of a cross late within the sport, however his mistake went unpunished.
Nonetheless, former FC Oberneuland goalkeeper Amadi has firmly absolved Uzoho of any blame within the disappointing draw.
In a chat on Brila FM, the 1989 FIFA U-20 World Cup silver medal winner defended Uzoho’s efficiency, asserting that the free-kick that led to Zimbabwe’s aim was completely executed.
Amadi defined, “It’s not the fault of Francis Uzoho; the free-kick was effectively taken. The hassle got here from a spot the place no goalkeeper can reserve it; the ball swerved from in to out, making it arduous for a keeper to make a save. So, for me, that ball can beat any goalkeeper.”
The Tremendous Eagles, after two matches within the World Cup qualifiers, presently have solely two factors to take a seat second in Group C behind South Africa.
Nigeria’s subsequent match within the qualifiers is an important dwelling sport towards South Africa in June 2024.
A win for South Africa, presently on three factors, would propel them to 4 factors forward of the Eagles within the group standings.
The stress intensifies as Nigeria try to safe very important factors of their quest for a spot within the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
