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Injury boost for Peseiro? Porto FC provides update on Super Eagles’ return

The Super Eagles of Nigeria are slated to tackle Lesotho, and Zimbabwe in their upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification tie

Portuguese club Porto FC has offered insights into the return of Nigerian international Zaidu Sanusi, who has been sidelined due to injury, Soccernet.ng reports.

Sanusi sustained an injury during a UEFA Champions League match against Shakhtar Donetsk, leading to his substitution in the second half. Subsequently, the 26-year-old defender missed seven games this season for Porto, as well as friendly matches for the Nigerian national team.

During a press conference ahead of their game against Estoril Praia, Porto’s manager Sergio Conceição announced that Sanusi would not be available for the match but had a chance of returning to action in their next Champions League game against Antwerp.

Sanusi’s potential return is good news for the Super Eagles of Nigeria as they prepare to face Lesotho and Zimbabwe in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.

Conceição emphasized the collective effort in the team’s defensive process, highlighting the significance of each player’s role in maintaining balance.

Sanusi, gearing up for his comeback, will play a crucial role for Porto FC as they continue their Champions League campaign.

Ayomide Oguntimehin

Ayomide Oguntimehin is a CAF-accredited sports journalist and an Editor at Soccernet.ng, with a proven track record in conducting interviews with Super Eagles stars such as William Troost-Ekong, Taiwo Awoniyi, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Ademola Lookman, and many others. He has also made a significant impact in breaking transfer news stories. Grounded in video editing, video journalism, social media management, and content strategy, Ayomide brings a wealth of expertise to his work. With a Bachelor's degree in English Language from Adeyemi College of Education and a Master's Degree in School Library and Media Technology from the University of Ibadan, Ayomide is well-prepared to excel in the field.

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