AFCON 2019: Rohr invites Effiong as replacement for Aina against Seychelles, Egypt

Nigeria Senior Nation Team Head Coach Gernot Rohr - Getty

Super Eagles head coach Gernot Rohr has invited Akwa United forward Ndifreke Effiong as a late replacement for Ola Aina for the 2019 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying fixture against Seychelles and
the friendly game against the Pharaohs of Egypt.

Torino defender Aina withdrew from the squad on Sunday citing injury.

Aina was in action for Torino in their 3-2 home defeat to Bologna at the Stade Olimpico on Saturday night.

He was sent off for a rash tackle on an opponent deep into injury time in the game.

His replacement, Effiong was on target for Akwa United in their 2-1 away win against Heartland in a Nigeria Professional Football League matchday-11 encounter at the Okigwe Township Stadium on Sunday.

Rohr also handed Enyimba defender Ikouwen Udoh a late invitation this week for both games.

The Super Eagles are expected to begin full preparations for the two games in Asaba on Tuesday.
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