Rohr admits Joel Obi not 100% fit

Eagles Coach Gernot Rohr has admitted a lethargic performance by Joel Obi against England, revealing the Torino midfi elder is not 100% fit. But despite the Eagles gaff er observation he still named Obi in his final 23 players he announced on Sunday for the world football fi esta in Russia. “Joel Obi had some problems to get into his game, he is working very hard because he was injured for a few weeks, so he is not fit 100%,” Rohr said. “He has to work very much, like many other players he’s a little bit heavy.” The coach further said Elderson is his other leftback besides Russia-based Brian Idowu. “Idowu did well especially in second half (vs England), he’s fit, he’s quick. But we have also Elderson Echiejile,” he said.

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