Raphael Onyedika - The Midfield Metronome And Pride Of Belgium

One shining star we have all clamoured for consistently in the Super Eagles, especially for his exploits at the UEFA Champions League is Raphael Onyedika.

“Dika” as popularly called is a central midfielder capable of controling the team's tempo, dictating when to speed up play via quick passes or counters and who could slow the show down by possessive football and utmost control.

Onyedika can act as the team's rhythmic core with his vision, passing accuracy, and game intelligence to link defense and attack efficiently. He isn’t just your regular passer; he acts as a decision-maker, finding spaces with surgical passes, initiating attacks, and maintaining balance, ensuring the team moves with rhythmic purpose, like a metronome keeping time for music. 

Ironically, 24- year- old Onyedika who is a Super Star and untouchable in Club Brugge, Belgium warms the bench with a seatbelt attached whilst on assignment with Super Eagles of Nigeria.

Eric Chelle responded to journalists in Fez and I quote: "He deserves to play,", frustration evident in his voice. This suggests Raphael Onyedika might start today as the midfield marshall.