LASK coach Kühbauer hopes for quick Usor return

LASK head coach Dietmar Kühbauer expressed optimism that forward Moses Usor will make a swift recovery from the shoulder injury he sustained during the 2-0 loss to Rapid Wien. Usor entered the game in the second half, replacing Austrian striker Christoph Lang in the 61st minute, but had to leave the match 12 minutes later. Samuel Adediran came on to replace Usor.

After the match, Kühbauer confirmed the injury but remained hopeful, stating, “Mo has a slight injury to his shoulder joint. I hope it won’t take too long.” The 24-year-old is now a doubt for LASK’s UEFA Champions League match against Liverpool, which is scheduled for Wednesday evening. This setback is a significant blow for Kühbauer, as LASK is set to play eight matches across all competitions in the coming four weeks, limiting the squad rotation options.

Usor had been enjoying a stellar run with the national team, scoring a winning goal in Nigeria’s 2-1 comeback victory over Madagascar during their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier. He made an immediate impact, netting a brilliant individual goal just 14 minutes after his introduction. The Nigerian international will now focus on recovering quickly to maintain his impressive form for both club and country.