Super Eagles As Striker Suffers Injury One Month Before World Cup Qualifiers
Nigerian striker Cyriel Dessers has suffered an ankle injury, dealing a blow to the Super Eagles ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The injury occurred during his team's loss to Viktoria Plzen, with Rangers manager Russell Martin confirming the news.
Dessers, who had an impressive season last year, is awaiting a scan to determine the severity of the injury. This setback could pose a challenge for Nigeria as they prepare for the upcoming qualifiers.
With potential striker shortages, players like Ademola Lookman and Victor Boniface will be under pressure to deliver. The Super Eagles manager has emphasized that form and performance will be key criteria for squad selection.
Dessers' injury adds uncertainty to Nigeria's lineup as they gear up for crucial matches in September.
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