Nigeria’s assistant captain, William Troost-Ekong, has actually described his protective partner, Kenneth Omeruo, as a wonderful player.

Troost-Ekong also said that the consultation of Austin Eguavoen as the nationwide group’s brand-new manager has actually brought a breath of fresh air in the team, which might suggest that things were wrong under Gernot Rohr, who was dismissed prior to the tournament.

He recommended that things have altered for the better under Eguavoen.

Troost-Ekong and Omeruo have actually marshalled the Super Eagles central for their wins against Egypt and Sudan.

The previous Tottenham male stated he was thrilled with the competition for places in the defence with a brand-new coach in the dugout for this tournament.

“With our new coach it has actually been a breath of fresh air. Everybody is combating once again to show themself and everyone wishes to carry out the guidelines from our new coach, Kenneth also,” he informed an interview on Tuesday.

“We’ve got more youthful players also so it’s up to the coach to make the choice and I enjoy playing with Kenneth, I believe he’s a fantastic protector so it makes it simple but we have a lot of options defensively as well for the Super Eagles at the minute.

“It’s keeping us all sharp and making us attempt to perform to our finest ability to keep a spot and attempt when we get a chance to play.”