Alhassan Yusuf is set to sit out Nigeria’s Group B encounter against hosts Cote d’Ivoire, as he is nursing an injury. The 23-year-old sustained a thigh injury during Nigeria’s 1-1 draw with Equatorial Guinea on Sunday.
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Fortunately, the injury is not severe, and he is anticipated to return for the Super Eagles’ final group match against Djurtus of Guinea-Bissau.
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Due to the setback, Yusuf missed training on both Monday and Tuesday.
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Head coach Jose Peseiro has several midfield options to choose from, with Joe Aribo, Frank Onyeka, Alex Iwobi, and Kelechi Iheanacho all available for selection.