Nottingham Forest Forward Out of Crucial Clash beteeen Nigeria vs Zimbabwe
Taiwo Awoniyi, the forward for Nottingham Forest, will be sidelined for Nigeria's crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Zimbabwe due to a groin injury.
The setback emerged following Awoniyi's participation in the Super Eagles' recent 1-1 draw against Lesotho in Uyo, where the 26-year-old sustained the injury. He was substituted a minute before the hour mark, being replaced by striker Terem Moffi.
Departure for Assessment
Awoniyi, having departed from the Super Eagles' base at the Four Points Hotel in Uyo, is en route back to his club for a comprehensive assessment of the groin injury. This injury comes on the heels of his recent return to action following an earlier groin issue suffered during Nottingham Forest's Premier League encounter against Crystal Palace in September.
Cover Options for Coach Jose Peseiro
Super Eagles' head coach, Jose Peseiro, possesses ample options to compensate for Awoniyi's absence. The availability of players like Victor Boniface, Moffi, and Umar Sadiq offers reassurance in maintaining the team's attacking prowess.
Match Details and Expectations
Despite the setback, the three-time African champions are set to face the Warriors at the Huye Stadium in Butare on Sunday. The clash between Nigeria and Zimbabwe is scheduled to commence at 2 PM as part of the ongoing 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
This encounter marks Nigeria's second match in the qualifiers, emphasizing the significance of securing a positive result despite Awoniyi's unfortunate absence.
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