DIE-HARD fans of the Super Eagles of Nigeria have reason to heave a sigh of relief as their captain, William Troost-Ekong, has returned to action ahead of preparation for the double-header against Rwanda and Zimbabwe later in the month.
After a short spell on the sidelines due to a reported ankle injury, Nigeria Super Eagles on-the-pitch inspirational Captain was listed for action and was a part of Al Kholood’s 2-1 win against Al Khaleej in Saudi Arabia Premier League.
Troost-Ekong saw action for the entire duration of the match and this shows he attained match fitness and can only get better ahead of Super Eagles’ important matches in a couple of weeks.
This news has sparked joy among Nigerian football fans, who see his return as a significant boost for the upcoming crucial World Cup Qualifiers.
Troost-Ekong’s leadership and experience on the field are invaluable assets to the Super Eagles, and his presence will undoubtedly inspire the team to achieve victory.
His return to the squad signifies a renewed sense of optimism and determination as the Super Eagles aim to secure their place in the next World Cup.
The team is currently fifth on the log only ahead of Zimbabwe. Rwanda, South and Benin Republic are four points ahead of Nigeria, while Lesotho is two points better.
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