There has been discussions surrounding Alex Iwobi’s absence from the Super Eagles squad for tonight’s game against Poland, OwnGoalNigeria.com reports.
Iwobi was among the players called up for the high profile friendly games against Poland and Portugal respectively, but he isn’t in camp and posted pictures of himself enjoying his holiday.
As expected it generated a lot to talks about his commitment, particularly with several other senior players not available for the game.
Reacting his father explained that it has a lot to do with his red card against Jordan in the Super Eagles last friendly game, and said he will be back in the team against Portugal on the 10th of June.
He made this known in a post on social media, made available to our editorial team.
“Wishing the super eagles good luck in the friendly tonight vs Poland. Alex will not be there because he is ineligible to play (as he is serving a one match ban having picked up a red card in the friendly vs Jordan).
Alex will leave for Portugal tomorrow to play in the friendly vs Portugal. He might not be the best player on the pitch, but one can never question his true dedication to club and country and the sport he loves.
We look forward to his 100th cap for Nigeria should he play vs Portugal. We as a family remain proud of his achievements and pray that he continues to soar. Best wishes Chuka “Mehalla” Iwobi”.
