Collins was named in the first 25-man squad, but surprisingly he was replaced by Awazeem
Cardiff City manager Errol Bullitt has revealed that the club has ruled Jamil Collins out of Nigeria’s friendly matches against Saudi Arabia and Mozambique later this month due to his high risk of injury.< strong>Soccer Net reported. .
Collins was out of action for more than 41 weeks with a cruciate ligament injury, but returned in the summer. Despite his injury, the 29-year-old returned and struggled as part of the team.
He has already appeared in nine championship games this season, recording one assist.
Collins was included in Nigeria’s squad for the final African Cup of Nations qualifier against Sao Tome and Principe, which Nigeria won 6-0.
Collins has also been named in the squad ahead of the international friendly match between Saudi Arabia and Mozambique later this month.
However, the NFF later announced that he would be replaced by Chidozie Awaziem. This was controversial as the former Paderborn right-back had just played 90 minutes in Cardiff City’s last match against Watford.
Bluebird bosses have now clarified the situation. Brutt revealed that Collins risks injury if he plays during the international break.
We may need to talk to the national coach (José Peceiro) because he (Collins) will be injured going into the international break,” Broot said, according to Wales Online. Told.
“Neither side wants that. Neither club nor national team needs it. We have to protect him.”
Nigeria already has enough coverage in right-back Awaziem. The 26-year-old is versatile and can also play as a central defender. Collins will be aiming to quickly return to full fitness as AFCON approaches.
