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Super Eagles Face Injury-Plagued AFCON After Dessers Ruled Out of Tournament

Super Eagles Face Injury-Plagued AFCON After Dessers Ruled Out of Tournament

The Super Eagles' forward Victor Dessers has been ruled out of the AFCON due to injury as they prepare for their knockout phase matches against Mozambique and other teams.

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Nigeria's striker Kelechi Iheanacho's teammate, Cyriel Dessers, has been ruled out of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations due to an injury and will miss the team's upcoming match against Mozambique in preparation for the knockout phase. The Super Eagles have stepped up their training in Fes ahead of the tournament. Nigeria is preparing for a crucial matchup against Mozambique as they look to advance in the competition.

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