The Nigeria will have to do without its flagship striker, Ademola Lookmanfor his last match of the playoffs of the CAN 2025 against the Rwanda.
Indeed, the star winger of the Super Eagles andAtalanta Playing is injured and will miss this African meeting. The Nigerian superstar is expected to return to Italy in the coming hours according to several local media.
The wound of Lookman represents a serious setback for the Super Eagles ahead of their final qualifying match, although this one is not crucial for the Nigeriaalready qualified for CAN 2025.
Lookman reportedly took a flight back to Italy
According to several sources, the 14th in the last France Football Ballon d’Or would have taken a flight back to Italy this Saturday. Lookman would indeed have been the victim of a blow during the draw 1-1 against the Benignlast Thursday.
This absence is a hard blow for the coach Augustine Eguavoenwhich loses one of its most influential players. However, the Nigerian team has a plethoric attack, which allows In the water to easily adjust their tactics and replace Lookman.
Being already assured of his qualification for the next CANthe Nigeria will approach this last match as an opportunity to refine its preparation and integrate new talents into its group.
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