{"id":39091,"date":"2026-10-06T08:37:59","date_gmt":"2026-10-06T08:37:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wedodis.co.za\/news\/?p=39091"},"modified":"2026-10-06T08:37:59","modified_gmt":"2026-10-06T08:37:59","slug":"john-otomewo-steps-in-for-wilfred-ndidi-in-super-eagles-clash-with-russia","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wedodis.co.za\/news\/john-otomewo-steps-in-for-wilfred-ndidi-in-super-eagles-clash-with-russia\/","title":{"rendered":"John Otomewo Steps in for Wilfred Ndidi in Super Eagles Clash with Russia"},"content":{"rendered":"
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John Otomewo, a midfielder for Reims, has received a call-up from the Super Eagles’ head coach \u00c9ric Chelle to replace Wilfred Ndidi for Nigeria’s upcoming friendly match against Russia on October 6, 2026.<\/p>\n

Ndidi is not part of the squad that traveled to Moscow for the game, allowing Otomewo to step in for the national team.<\/p>\n

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Super Eagles Arrive in Moscow Ahead of Russia Friendly \u2013 Photo Credit : NFF Media<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Super Eagles will compete against Russia at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium, offering Chelle a chance to further evaluate his team.<\/p>\n

Russia vs Nigeria<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  • Date: October 6, 2026<\/li>\n
  • Time: 6:00 p.m. (WAT)<\/li>\n
  • Venue: Nizhny Novgorod Stadium<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Otomewo was not included in the Super Eagles squad that secured a 2-1 victory over Madagascar in Uyo during Nigeria’s opening AFCON 2027 qualifier, a match where Ndidi played and captained the team.<\/p>\n

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    Corentin Martins Reflects on Madagascar\u2019s 2\u20131 Defeat to Nigeria in AFCON\u201927 Qualifiers \u2013 Photo Credit : Barea Football, X<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

    After that match, Chelle commended his players for their determination and resilience in coming back to clinch the win.<\/p>\n

    Watch the Video<\/a> Below;<\/p>\n