Rivers United left-back Ebube Duru has expressed his satisfaction with his call-up to the Super Eagles ahead of the 2023 AFCON qualifier against Sierra Leone. Duru, along with three other home-based players, has been invited by Jose Peseiro for the match-day five fixture with the Leone Stars. In an exclusive interview with Completesports.com, Duru stated that his performance in the just-concluded campaign was enough to get him called up to the national team. He scored five goals and made two assists in the season, which he described as his highest-scoring season.
Duru expressed his excitement at the opportunity to showcase himself and promised to do his best if given the chance to feature against Sierra Leone. He also explained why he and Divine Nwachukwu were left out of the Super Eagles’ first training, saying that the coach had asked them to go for a recovery process after the NPL Super Six playoffs on Sunday.
Duru’s call-up is a testament to the quality of players in the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) and the importance of giving local talents a chance to represent the country. It is also a reflection of the growing recognition of the NPFL as a breeding ground for young talents who can hold their own at the international level.
The 2023 AFCON qualifier against Sierra Leone presents an opportunity for the Super Eagles to consolidate their position at the top of their group and secure their place in the tournament. With the inclusion of home-based players like Duru, the team will have a good mix of experience and youthful exuberance, and the fans can look forward to an exciting game.
