Super Eagles Star Ola Aina Ruled Out of AFCON 2025 Due to Injury
Nigerian football suffers a blow as Ola Aina, a key player for the Super Eagles, is confirmed to miss AFCON 2025 due to a hamstring injury sustained during a World Cup qualifier. The absence of the 29-year-old fullback, who plays for Nottingham Forest, is a significant loss for Nigeria's defense.
Coach Eric Chell faces challenges with defensive absences, including Benjamin Fredrick and Felix Agu, limiting squad depth for the upcoming tournament. The team's high expectations for AFCON 2025 are now clouded by uncertainties in defense.
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