- Gernot Rohr screens four Super Eagles stars ahead of the England friendly
- The Nigerian team played out a 1-1 draw against DR Congo in Port Harcourt
- The team will be hosted by President Muhammadu Buhari in Abuja
Four Super Eagles players' World Cup hopes have been dashed after being dropped by German coach Gernot Rohr.
The Nigerian team are expected to be hosted by President Muhammadu Buhari before travelling to London in preparation for the friendly match against England at the Wembley Stadium.
According to renowned sports journalist Colin Udoh revealed on his twitter account the players screened which includes; Dele Ajiboye, Uche Agbo, Stephen Eze, and Junior Lokosa.
Lokomotiv Plovdiv defender Eze quickly took to his social media handle to extend his wishes to the team.
"Sadly, my journey to #WorldCup ends here.
"I am disappointed to not make the final squad, but I want to thank our coach & management for the opportunity!
"I wish my team the best & hope to join in celebrations when they bring the trophy home! GO #NIGERIA :flag-ng::soccer:! #DefendLikeEze."
Kano Pillars striker Lokosa and the Nigeria Professional League top scorer made an impressive debut for the national team against DR Congo on Monday.
Gent attacker Simon who was said to have been ruled of the World Cup because of a thigh injury is still with the team, Compelte Sports reports.
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The Green and White men will play the Three Lions on June, 2, then take on the Czech Republic at the Rudolf Tonn Stadium in Austria on June, 6.
The German tactician has revealed he would announce his final 23-man list that will represent Nigeria at the showpiece in June.
Meanwhile, NAIJ.com had earlier reported that the Super Eagles played a disappointing 1-1 draw with the Democratic Republic of Congo in Port Harcourt.
William Troost-Ekong put Nigeria ahead after pouncing on a defensive error from the Congolese defence to score his first ever goal for the national team.
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The visitors came back into the match with a 77th minute penalty from Christian Nekadio after the referee adjudged Ola Aina to have fouled Zamalek midfielder Kazali.
Super Eagles Score 1:1 with DR Congo Team Simba in Port Harcout - on Naij.com TV
Source: Naija.ng