Head coach of the senior national team of Nigeria Eric Chelle was left stunned after watching former Nigeria U20 midfielder Onuche Ogbelu in action for Esperance at the ongoing club world cup, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports.
A member of the Ladan Bosso U-20 team to the WAFU tournament and also the AFCON, he was on for the entire duration of his team’s 0-2 loss to Brazilian side Flamengo in their opening game.
He gave a very good account of himself, drawing praises from the coach of his opponent Felipe Luiz and fans of both teams. Chelle wasn’t left out of those who were impressed by the performance of the 22 year old.
“The coach (Chelle) watched him and was very impressed with the way he held his own against some of the big names he was up against in the game. It’s too early to say he will be given a chance with the Super Eagles but it’s very possible in the future”, a member of the backroom staff revealed”.
” Chelle didn’t start noticing him at the club world cup but this is a higher level and his performance will no doubt show he won’t be lost if given the chance with the senior team. Let us hope he continue to impress at the tournament and even beyond”, he concluded.
Ade Emmanuel
