2022 World Cup Qualifiers: Predicting Nigeria's starting XI against Ghana

With Maduka Okoye ruled out because of an illness, Uzoho remains the favourite to beat Daniel Akpeyi and John Noble to the no. 1 spot.

Troost-Ekong will be expected to lead the Super Eagles out in the encounter and also co-ordinate the defence as they look to avoid defeat in Kumasi.

With reference to his recent impressive performances at Rangers, Balogun is tipped to get the nod to partner Ekong at the centre of the defence.

The Porto star is backed to hold the left-back position as his strength will be an advantage to neutralise Ghana's attacking threats.

Aina could complete the four-man defence after fine displays at the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon.

His runs on the flanks could add another dimension to the Super Eagles' attack.

The Brentford man has a big chance to make a statement in Eguavoen's team, with injured Wilfred Ndidi absent.

Onyeka only saw 14 minutes of action at the 2021 Afcon in Cameroon.

Aribo will be expected to add creative spice in the Super Eagles' midfield and his work rate with defence-splitting passes will be key in Friday's match in Kumasi.

Iheanacho could be an option for Eguavoen as they look to dominate the middle of the park. He also gives the team a boost in the attack.

Simon's dynamism will be needed to unlock the Black Stars' defence and help the Super Eagles in creating chances to find the back of the net.

The Napoli striker is back to retain his spot as the team's no. 9 and he is Nigeria's leading scorer in the World Cup qualifiers with four goals so far.

Ighalo could be deployed to support Osimhen upfront as the Super Eagles chase a vital result away from home.