Chukwueze Out for Fulham's Match Against Sunderland

Samuel Chukwueze, the Nigerian international winger, has been ruled out of Fulham's trip to Sunderland due to a calf problem. The injury occurred during Fulham's 3-0 defeat to Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium, which halted the team's recent momentum.

Chukwueze was not included in the squad for the FA Cup match against Stoke City and will also miss the Premier League clash against Sunderland. In a pre-match press conference, Fulham's manager Marco Silva sought to calm concerns regarding the extent of Chukwueze's injury, describing it as minor enough to keep the 26-year-old sidelined temporarily.

Silva indicated that the setback is short-term and expressed confidence that Chukwueze, who joined Fulham on loan from AC Milan, would soon rediscover his rhythm in English football. The winger has contributed three goals and four assists in 13 Premier League appearances, playing a growing role in Fulham's pursuit of a potential European place.