Nigeria’s Super Eagles will face Zimbabwe in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Sunday in Huie.
Nigerian striker Taiwo Awoniyi has been forced to withdraw from international action due to a recurring groin problem, Soccernet.ng reported.
The Super Eagles were led by Jose Peceiro to play against Lesotho and were trusted to fill the void left by Victor Osimhen, who is also recovering from an injury sustained against Saudi Arabia.
Meanwhile, as confirmed on the Super Eagles website, Awoniyi will have to withdraw from the team, which will give the Portuguese tactician more options to face the Warriors. become.
However, Awoniyi’s injury setback is a cause for concern for Nottingham Forest, with the striker having only recently returned from a similar injury.
The striker, who contributed four goals and two assists for Steve Cooper’s side this season, is expected to be sidelined again after leaving the Nigeria national team.
In a statement posted on the official Super Eagles page on X (formerly Twitter), it was announced that Awoniyi will be returning to England to receive proper treatment.
The statement reads: “Taiwo Awoniyi has departed for home due to groin discomfort and is expected to return to England this evening after consulting with the club’s medical staff and the Super Eagles medical team.” em>p>
The striker’s absence represents a potential setback for Nigeria and Forest, with doubts about whether the striker will be available for Nigeria’s next important game against Zimbabwe and Steve Cooper’s English Premier League fixtures. There are doubts about this.
Nottingham are awaiting further updates on Awoniyi’s condition and are hoping for a speedy recovery to strengthen their attacking options for upcoming matches.
