Injury sidelines Napoli star Osimhen from Nigeria’s friendlies against Ghana and Mali
Napoli’s standout striker, Victor Osimhen, is set to miss Nigeria’s upcoming international friendlies against Ghana and Mali due to injuries, further thinning the squad for the March international break.
Osimhen’s absence compounds the absence of other key players like Gabriel Osho, Tyronne Ebuehi, and Taiwo Awoniyi.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are slated to lock horns with their perennial rivals, Ghana’s Black Stars, in Morocco, followed by a clash against Mali during the international hiatus.
These fixtures come on the heels of Nigeria’s recent runner-up finish at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, where they were defeated by Ivory Coast in the final on February 11, 2023.
In response to the coaching void left by Jose Peseiro’s departure, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has tapped Finidi George as the interim head coach for the pivotal friendlies.
George’s leadership will be crucial as the Super Eagles brace for the showdown against Ghana’s Black Stars, renewing their storied rivalry.
While Nigeria readies itself for the challenge, Ghana’s Black Stars have already initiated preparations, setting the stage for an enthralling encounter between two West African football giants on Friday.
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