Afcon 2021: Predicting the Super Eagles' starting XI vs Sudan

The 22-year-old was barely tested against Egypt on Tuesday, so he should keep his no. 1 spot against the Falcons of Jediane.

Co-ordinated not just the defence but the whole team on Tuesday and he is a dominant force at the back.

Ajayi is tipped for a starting role after Omeruo was replaced in the opening win because of an injury.

The Leganes centre-back has returned to training but Eguavoen should not risk rushing him back to action.

He was everywhere on the right flank against Egypt.

In that game, the Torino full-back completed the most tackles (six) and made key crosses that almost led to another goal for the Super Eagles.

Deserves to keep the left-back position after playing to Eguavoen's instructions which led to Mohamed Salah's silence in Tuesday's game.

The midfield marshal remains a key fixture in the Super Eagles and will retain his place, barring any late injury.

Against Sudan, Aribo won't just transition the midfield into the attack, but will need to unleash his creativity to unlock what will likely be a low-block Sudan defence.

The Everton midfielder might be called upon to boost Nigeria's chances of dominating the game in early stages. His creativity and direct running should help unsettle the Falcons of Jediane.

His pacy runs will be a key weapon against Sudan and his ability to get beyond defenders will be tested.

He was the team's hero on Tuesday and the match-winning goal against Egypt earns him a spot in the frontline.

The Union Berlin striker has the qualities to establish the Super Eagles' presence in the Sudanese box. He was unlucky not to score in the last match in Garoua and will want to get his name on the scoreboard.