Nigeria’s Super Eagles are scheduled to face Lesotho and Zimbabwe in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers
Nigeria’s Super Eagles will be without coach Wilfred Ndidi for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and Zimbabwe, Soccernet ng reported.
The midfielder’s absence due to injury is a major blow to coach Jose Peceiro’s side as they prepare for the upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifiers in Uyo, Nigeria, and Huya, Zimbabwe.
Leicester City manager Enzo Maresca revealed ahead of the Foxes’ Sky Bet Championship game against Leeds United that Ndidi has a muscle problem.
The Italian coach emphasized the importance of not taking risks with muscle injuries, even if they are minor.
“Wilf will be out until the international break. It’s also a muscle issue and it’s a small thing, but if the problem is a muscle issue, even if it’s small, you don’t want to take the risk. Because we don’t have any, it always takes a week or two.” Maresca said: Quoted from the club’s official website.
In addition to Ndidi, the Super Eagles have concerns over the signing of talismanic striker Victor Osimhen as he is also unavailable for the upcoming matches. There are also concerns over the fitness of defenders Semi Ajayi and Bruno Onyemaechi.
The Super Eagles will take on Crocodiles of Lesotho in their first match on Friday 17 November. Peseiro’s team will then travel to Zimbabwe for matchday two.
Ndidi’s absence will be a big blow for the Super Eagles, but the team will aim to overcome these challenges to secure a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
