South Africa are ready to neutralize any threat posed by Super Eagles hit-man, Kelechi Iheanacho, goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune has stated.
The 20-year-old striker has played two seasons at English side, Manchester City and could lead Nigeria’s attack on 10 June.
Kelechi Iheanacho must be able to score goals with his head no matter where he finds himself. #SoarSuperEagles. pic.twitter.com/X3L5htITzZ
— Nigeria Super Eagles (@NGSuperEagles) June 5, 2017
In a chat with brila.net , Bafana goalkeeper, Khune described the Nigerian striker a “great finisher in front of goal.”
Khune said “I know a lot about Iheanacho, I’ve watched play him for Man City.
“He’s a very great player, great Striker, great finisher in front of goal. But we’ve got great defenders that’ll keep him at bay.
“I don’t like talking about myself as an individual, I would rather talk about the team and we’re ready as a team to stop the Super Eagles from scoring.”