Rangers defender Calvin Bassey earned himself loads of plaudits within the second half of final season at centre-back.
Nevertheless, he acquired a blended response whereas being given a run-out within the place for the primary time by Nigeria.
Bassey thrived alongside Connor Goldson final season, taking part in a key function in reaching the Europa League Last and claiming the Scottish Cup.
The Tremendous Eagles cruised to victory within the AFCON qualifier towards Sao Tome and Principe – recording the largest victory within the nationwide staff’s historical past with a 10-0 demolition.
Bassey began on the coronary heart of the defence earlier than being changed by former Rangers man Leon Balogun within the second half.
Regardless of the clear sheet within the convincing win, the Aston Villa and Wolves-linked star solely earned a 6/10 from Purpose.
They commented: "Performed alongside Ajayi at centre-back and had little to do defensively.
"The Rangers man’s passing was intermittently errant however he by no means stopped making an attempt and carried the ball aggressively upfield at instances."
There was additionally reward for goalkeeper Francis Ozoho after an mistake late within the conflict from Bassey.
The report added: "(He) Spared Calvin Bassey’s blushes early within the second half by speeding off his line to forestall Sao Tome and Principe from a comfort strike."
Nevertheless, Pulse Sports activities supplied a extra beneficial overview with their 7/10 ranking, noting: "One other strong outing by the teenager, who changed the injured William Troost-Ekong at centre again."
Peter Etobo was additionally lauded in Purpose as he got here into the facet for Joe Aribo, because it was deemed "too dangerous" to discipline the Rangers playmaker regardless of dealing with lower-ranked opposition.
Talking on the Stoke loanee, they state: "He made essential interceptions and sometimes lined for Calvin Bassey each time the Rangers defender made aggressive runs upfield."