2027 AFCONQ: Super Eagles could be without three key players for Guinea-Bissau clash
Super Eagles head coach, Eric Chelle, has revealed he could be without several key players for their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifying games in Guinea-Bissau. Nigeria came from behind to beat Madagascar 2-1 in their first fixture last Friday. The three-time African champions will be looking to take leadership of Group L when […] 2027 AFCONQ: Super Eagles could be without three key…
Eric Chelle, the head coach of Nigeria's Super Eagles, has indicated that the team may be without three key players for their upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations, AFCON, qualifying match in Guinea-Bissau. The team secured a 2-1 victory over Madagascar in their first fixture last Friday. However, Chelle might not have George Ilenikhena available due to a minor issue.
Ilenikhena made his debut for the team against Madagascar, scoring the equalizer after coming in for the injured Victor Osimhen. Additionally, two other players are currently recuperating from illnesses. Coach Chelle acknowledged the situation, stating that he will evaluate all three players during the final training session before the match.
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