The wealth of experience of Kenneth Omeruo will be vital for the Super Eagles at the World Cup in Russia, according to Aminu Kurfi, a member of the Nigeria Football Federation, NFF’s technical committee.
It will be recalled that Omeruo won the 2013 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) title and also played at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil.
“Kenneth Omeruo’s experience will be important in the defence of the Super Eagles at the World Cup,” said Kurfi, who is also the chairman of Nigeria Professional Football League (NPFL) side Katsina United.
“We should note that all the other central defenders in line for the World Cup have yet to feature at the World Cup, which is a big stage where you have to combine experience with commitment.
“I have followed Kenneth Omeruo recently playing for his club and I strongly believe he has what it takes to be on the 23-man final squad to the World Cup.
“Also, he has been to the World Cup before and his leadership quality will help the defence.”
The Katsina United boss also told scorenigeria.com.ng that he is satisfied with his team’s showing in the NPFL this season.
“I am glad that my boys are doing well in the league, we have come of age compared to last season when the bulk of the boys were playing for the first time in the NPFL,” he said.
“The team are doing well and the people and government of Katsina State are happy that we are now fourth on the table, which is good for the confidence of the team.”