Tolu Arokodare says he’s still recovering from a recent bout of fever as he joins up with the Super Eagles ahead of a crucial AFCON qualifying double header.
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Super Eagles forward Tolu Arokodare has revealed that he is not yet at full fitness as he links up with the national team ahead of the crucial 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Madagascar and Guinea-Bissau.
Still Feeling The Effects Of A Recent Fever
The towering striker has been dealing with the lingering physical effects of a recent bout of fever, and admitted the transition back to full training has been demanding. Speaking to AjaxLife, he described tiring quickly during a recent match, saying it made clear to him that he isn’t yet back to full strength.
Arokodare’s Own Account Of His Struggles
Arokodare explained that his recovery has been slower than he had hoped, and that his legs felt weak even during a tactical training session earlier the same day. He said, “I am happy that I was able to come on, though,” expressing hope that the upcoming international break would allow him to recover fully.
A Decision For The Technical Crew
His candid update comes as a minor concern for the Super Eagles coaching staff, who are managing player workloads carefully ahead of the double-header. With Victor Osimhen already ruled out through injury and replaced in the squad by Taiwo Awoniyi, whether Arokodare will be fit enough to lead the line or need managing from the bench remains one of the key decisions facing Eric Chelle’s technical team.
