Jubilation in Nigeria As Everton Manager Frank Lampard Makes Stunning Remarks About Alex Iwobi

• Alex Iwobi sent Everton fans into the wilds as his goal against Newcastle United moved them out of the relegation zone
• The Nigerian international, inspired his side to victory in the encounter and Frank Lampard is delighted with the performance
• According to the Everton manager, Iwobi trains so well and works so hard for the team, but admitted the youngster needs to believe in himself

The manager of Everton Football Club of England, Frank Lampard, has showered praises on Nigerian international Alex Iwobi following his strike that saw his side defeat Newcastle United.

Iwobi was the hero for the Toffees on Thursday night as the Super Eagles forward scored the goal that gave his side a 1-0 win over the Magpies in a Premier League tie.

The Nigerian international completed quick passes with substitute Dominic Calvert-Lewin before slotting a low left-footed shot into the net.

Victory for Lampard’s men saw them end a four-game losing streak as the three points move them out of the relegation zone.

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The 25-year-old has featured regularly for the Merseyside club since Lampard took over from Rafa Benitez.

Lampard said after the game via All Soccer:

“He trains so well. You see how hard he works. I’m delighted he’s the man that gets the goal to win it for us.

“He needs to believe in himself more because we know the quality he has.”

Why Ejuke was not invited for Nigeria vs Ghana play-offs

Meanwhile, Nigeria coach Augustine Eguavoen has disclosed that he wants to achieve a balanced team and that was why Chidera Ejuke was not invited for the World Cup play-offs against Ghana.

The Super Eagles of Nigeria go head-to-head with the Black Stars of Ghana for a World Cup spot, as both sides begin final preparation.

Eguavoen named an initial 32-man list for Nigeria, but Chidera Ejuke who has been tipped to step into Jay Jay Okocha’s shoes for his dribbling skills was missing on the list.

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Eguavoen disclosed that the door is not shut at the CSKA Moscow star, saying an opportunity has been given to Ademola Lookman while Emmanuel Dennis is also back to the squad.

Concerns over Wilfred Ndidi’s latest injury

Sports Brief earlier reported that Three-time African champions, Nigeria have been handed a major headache with less than ten days to the first leg of the all-important World Cup playoffs against Ghana.

Hardworking midfield enforcer Wilfred Ndidi suffered an injury in Leicester City's Conference League return leg encounter against Rennes.

The Nigeria international could only last for an hour as Leicester manager Brendan Rogers was forced to substitute the 25-year-old player.