Injuries - Football In Nigeria

Galatasaray Includes Fit Again Osimhen in Squad for Antalyaspor Clash

By Kelechi / Injuries / October 19, 2024

Victor Osimhen has been named in Galatasaray’s squad for today’s Turkish Super Lig match against Antalyaspor after recovering from a muscle injury. The Nigerian striker had been sidelined for nearly four weeks due to a hamstring injury sustained during the Istanbul Derby against Kasimpasa. Osimhen resumed full team training earlier this week, and his inclusion […]

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Super Eagles Defender Ruled Out for Rest of the Year

By Kelechi / Injuries / October 16, 2024

Super Eagles defender Olisa Ndah has been ruled out for the remainder of the year after suffering a tibia fracture. The 26 year old, who plays for Orlando Pirates in South Africa, sustained the injury during a PSL game against Polokwane City, which also caused him to miss Nigeria’s recent AFCON 2025 qualifier against Libya

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Injured Chukwueze Ruled Out of Super Eagles Rematch in Libya

By Kelechi / Injuries / October 14, 2024

Samuel Chukwueze has been ruled out of the Super Eagles’ rematch against Libya due to an ankle injury. The winger has returned to his club, AC Milan, for further assessment and recovery. Chukwueze had made a substitute appearance in the first leg, where Nigeria clinched a narrow 1-0 victory over the North Africans in Uyo.

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Olisa Ndah Doubtful for 2025 AFCON Qualifiers Due to Injury

By Kelechi / Injuries / October 2, 2024

Super Eagles defender Olisa Ndah, who plays for South Africa’s Orlando Pirates, is facing a race against time to be fit for the upcoming 2025 AFCON qualifiers against Libya. Ndah missed Orlando Pirates’ recent 1-0 win over Richards Bay due to an injury, and the club’s head coach, Riveiro, revealed that he may also be

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Victor Osimhen Assures Fans: My Injury is Not Serious

By Kelechi / Injuries / September 29, 2024

Victor Osimhen has reassured fans that the injury he sustained during Galatasaray’s match against Kasimpasa is not serious. The Nigerian striker, who scored twice to open his goal account for the Turkish club, was substituted in the 46th minute due to a suspected hamstring issue. While the severity of the injury is still to be

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RC Lens midfield dynamo Ojediran suffers injury

By Kelechi / Injuries / September 25, 2024

RC Lens midfielder Hamzat Ojediran is set to miss some time on the pitch after suffering a left hamstring injury. The injury occurred during Lens’ 1-1 draw against Rennes this past weekend, forcing Ojediran out of the game early. His absence left Lens to play with 10 men for the remainder of the match. The

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Ola Aina Defends Jose Peseiro Amid Fans’ Criticism After AFCON Loss

By Kelechi / Injuries / August 13, 2024

In a remarkable display of resilience, Super Eagles defender Ola Aina has revealed that he played through a significant injury during the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations AFCON final. Despite his efforts, Nigeria was unable to secure the title, leading to widespread criticism of then coach Jose Peseiro. Aina, however, was quick to defend the

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Moffi Out for Lengthy Period After Major Knee Injury

By Kelechi / Injuries / July 31, 2024

Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi is set to face a lengthy period on the sidelines after rupturing his Anterior Cruciate Ligament ACL during training with Ligue 1 club OGC Nice. The club confirmed the injury on their official website. Terem Moffi, 25, ruptured his ACL in his left knee during a training session. An ACL

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Injured Star Cheers Up Super Falcons for Paris Olympics

By Kelechi / Injuries / July 5, 2024

Halimatu Ayinde has expressed her support for the Super Falcons as they prepare for the Paris 2024 Olympics, despite being unable to participate due to a serious knee injury. Ayinde injured her left knee while training with her Swedish club, FC Rosengard. This setback means she will miss what would have been her first Olympic

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Minister of Sports Expresses Support to Doma United FC After Accident

By Kelechi / Injuries / June 11, 2024

Senator John Owan Enoh, the Honourable Minister of Sports Development, extended his heartfelt wishes for a swift recovery to the players and officials of Doma United FC following a road accident on Monday morning. The incident occurred along the Makurdi Lafia Expressway as the team was returning to Gombe from Imo State. Fortunately, no fatalities

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