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Ilenikhena, Akor Face Fitness Test Ahead Of Guinea-Bissau Clash

Ilenikhena, Akor Face Fitness Test Ahead Of Guinea-Bissau Clash

Saudi Arabia-based striker George Ilenikhena and Akor Adams raised concerns about their fitness as they skipped training with the Super Eagles squad in Uyo on Saturday ahead of Tuesdays Africa Cup of Nations clash. Their availability for the match is now uncertain due to these doubts.

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Saudi Arabia-based striker George Ilenikhena and Akor Adams missed training with Nigeria's Super Eagles squad in Uyo on Saturday, casting a doubt over their fitness for Tuesday's 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Guinea-Bissau. The players' absence has raised concerns about their availability for the crucial match. Their participation is uncertain due to fitness issues. Ilenikhena and Adams had previously been linked with potential transfers out of Nigeria.

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