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Super Eagles boss delighted with his players' return to form

The Super Eagles boss is pleased that his players are getting valuable game time weeks before the crucial clash against South Africa.
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The Super Eagles of Nigeria take on the Bafana Bafana of South Africa in a game which could determine both countries hopes of qualifying for the tournament scheduled for Cameroon.

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The German manager listed 23-players for the clash and the friendly against the Cranes of Uganda.

Rohr on Super Eagles

In a report by , Rohr stated that he is delighted that the Super Eagles players are getting game time in their respective club sides.

Arsenal midfielder Alex Iwobi has been in good form for the Gunners while other stars such as .

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Teenage sensation Victor Oshimen has returned to good goalscoring form in Belgium on loan, while pacy winger Samuel Kalu has returned to action for Bordeaux.

He said,  “I am thrilled with the playing time my players are getting in their clubs in Europe.

“They not only playing regularly, they are in good form and that is what I demand from them every week. They are doing very good and that is very well for us moving forward.”

Rohr also stated that he is keeping tabs on his players' development by watching their players.

He said, “I watch some of their games with their respective clubs and I am impressed with their performance.

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‘I also read or listen to the good comments they get in newspapers, radios, and televisions. I am happy they hit top form ahead of the game with South Africa.”

Rohr also went on to state that the game against South Africa will be better if the players continue their form in their club sides but also stated that his team will be aiming for revenge in the encounter.

He said, “if they continue like this, they will make the game against South Africa a bit easier.

“The plan is to avenge the 0-2 loss to South Africa in Uyo by picking the three points in this return leg.

"A win will mean we qualify for Afcon with a game in hand. We shall give it our best and see whether they can withstand our firepower to stop us.”

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Players like new invitee are doing well and expected to report to camp on Monday, November 12.

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