Elderson Echiejile finally made his long awaited debut for Ligue 1 moneybags Monaco as the principality outfit drew 1 - 1 with Lille in the star match in France last weekend.<br /><br />Before now, the Nigeria full back has suited up 2 times for Monaco in the French Cup and played another match in the Championnat de France, equivalent of fourth - tier.<br /><br />However, manager Claudio Ranieri handed him his first start for the past five years in Ligue 1 against Lille.<br /><br />His last appearance in the championship came against Marseille in May 2009 while defending the colors of Rennes.<br /><br />Mounir Obbadi scored the opening goal of the encounter in the 4th minute and shortly before the end of the first half, Divock Origi leveled the scoreline.<br /><br />Super Eagles numero uno Vincent Enyeama was in goal for Lille, his 30th appearance in the topflight this term.<br /><br />With eight rounds left to play, Monaco occupy the second position in the standings, 10 points behind pacesetters PSG.<br /><br />Photo Credit : elderson3.com<br />