Nigeria vs Ghana FIFA 2022

The federal government has declared that all government offices will be shut from 1pm on Tuesday. This is how important this game is. “ As you are aware, the Super Eagles of Nigeria will be meeting the Black Stars of Ghana in continuation of the 2022 FIFA World-Cup Qualifier, Playoff, (Return Leg).

This return play-off between Nigeria and Ghana remains open since the two teams left on a draw (0-0) in the first leg.  If Nigeria seems to be in a favorable situation, it is aware that a draw with goals would eliminate it because the away goal rule is still effective in Africa. After participating in the 2006, 2010 and 2014 editions, Ghana missed the 2018 World Cup in Russia. Present at the last 3 editions of the World Cup, Nigeria must work to validate its ticket for Qatar.

Ghana vs Nigeria 0-0

Despite their clear domination, Ghana missed the mark and stumbled on Nigeria (0-0) last Friday at Baba Yara Sports Stadium in Kumasi in the first leg of the 2022 World Cup. Return to Lagos on Tuesday.

Nigeria vs Ghana lineups

Midfielder Ndidi (Leicester, 48 sel) was forced to declare forfeiture for Nigeria. The neo-Lorientais Innocent was called to replace him. Added to this are the absences of the titular goalkeeper Okoye (ill) and the former Gunner Iwobi (suspended). On the other hand, the coach can count on the striker of Napoli Victor Osimhen (9 goals in 18 sel).

For Ghana, it is important to point out the non-convocation of the taulier André Ayew (103 sel). In addition, the other executives are there like the partey (Arsenal, 39 sel) interplay, the striker Jordan Ayew (Crystal Palace, 77 sel) and the Ligue 1 residents Bukari (Nantes, 3 sel), Mensah (Bordeaux, 8 sel) and Djiku (Strasbourg, 16 sel). Revelation on the side of Roma this season, the young Afena-Gyan could be renewed at the forefront of the attack.

Nigeria vs Ghana Prediction

Discreet in the first leg, the Neapolitan Osimhen owes a revenge to his fans during this return match. Ghana will be able to count on the return of André Ayew who has served his match suspension. Pushed by its audience, Nigeria should be able to find the flaw and win against Ghana.

MATCH INFO

Start date: 29 Mar 2022 19:00
Location: Abuja 
Venue: Moshood Abiola National Stadium
Referee: Sadok Selmi, Tunisia