‘There are no sentiments’: Madugu hints at Toni Payne role, defends Ordega ahead of Egypt clash
Super Falcons head coach Justin Madugu has hinted that Toni Payne could be handed a starting role in midfield to replace the suspended Jennifer Echegini in Nigeria’s decisive Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Group C clash against Egypt, while firmly rejecting claims that sentiment influences his squad selection.
Midfielder Echegini is suspended after accumulating two yellow cards during the group stage, while defender Oluwatosin Demehin will also miss the game after her red card in the victory over Zambia.” With Echegini unavailable, the Super Falcons coach suggested Payne is well placed to step into the midfield role, expressing confidence in the versatility and quality of his squad.
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