Super Eagles latest news: Osimhen injury update, Moffi’s new problem, AFCON qualifiers & more

Today’s Super Eagles latest news brings a fresh wave of updates as the Nigerian national team enters an important phase ahead of upcoming AFCON qualifiers.

Today, we have a crucial fitness update on star striker Victor Osimhen. There is also news around Terem Moffi at Hamburger. Meanwhile, the Super Eagles have started preparations ahead of game against Tanzania. Afrik-Foot brings the latest updates to you now!

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Victor Osimhen Injury Update

Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen is currently sidelined with a knee injury he sustained earlier this month in Galatasaray’s 2-0 win over Stuttgart.

He has undergone surgery to correct the issue, and that is what made him miss the Super Eagles’ squad list for the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against DR Congo.

The Vice-president of Galatasaray was asked about the injury issues at the club in an interview earlier this week, and he shared an update on the Nigerian striker.

“It has nothing to do with it. Leao’s injury is completely different, Osimhen’s injury is chronic. I won’t say more about it because we’re in the international break.”

The striker is expected to spend around 3 weeks on the sidelines. So he will likely return to action for Galatasaray after the international break.

Terem Moffi Suffers Setback

Terem Moffi is having a decent season at Hamburger in the German Bundesliga with three goals in ten appearances so far.

However, he has suffered an injury setback. He has a problem on his knee, which is as a result of the cruciate ligament injury he sustained in 2024.

This could keep him sidelined for short while. So there is the risk that he won’t be available to play for his side when club football resumes next weekend.

AFCON Qualifiers Resume

The 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers has resumed, and all African nations are set to return to action from Thursday.

Matchday 3 begins. Here’s the schedule for today’s matches in the #TotalEnergiesAFCON2027 Qualifiers. 🌍 https://t.co/RC9SXHUrVv

— CAF (@CAF_Online) November 12, 2026

Although Nigeria does not play today, there is a game of interest, as Madagascar welcome Guinea-Bissau. Since the Super Eagles dropped points against the Djurtus last time out, they will be hoping that Madagascar win the game.

If Guinea-Bissau win, however, it places more pressure on Eric Chelle and the Super Eagles ahead of their game against Tanzania on Thursday.