Super Eagles head coach, Finidi George has eulogised Fisayo Dele -Bashiru after his impressive performance against South Africa on Friday night.

Dele-Bashiru opened his goal account for the Super Eagles in the 1-1 draw at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo.

It was the Hatayspor’s star second appearance for the three-time African champions.

“It was a great performance from him, that was why he played. People talk about changes but not about fielding a player. If he didn’t do well, I know that question will come back to me,’ why did he play?’Finidi told reporters after the game.

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“Now that he has played everybody is saying good performance. Like I said leave this job to the coaches to do.”

Dele-Bashiru was replaced by Alhassan Yusuf in the 61st minute after sustaining an injury.

Finidi said the former Sheffield Wednesday player will be assessed to know the extent of the injury.

“On his injury, he had a knock, the medical staff will observe him and see how he feels. Those knocks, you will not know until you wake up in the morning and see how the body reacts,” he added.

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