Egypt unveil squad for crucial AFCON qualifiers under new coach
Mohamed Salah headlines Egypt's latest squad selection as newly appointed head coach Ali Maher prepares for his first assignment in charge of the national team.
Moses Usor faces race against time for Nigeria's AFCON qualifiers
The 24-year-old forward made an immediate impression on his senior international debut, scoring a brilliant solo goal to seal a 2-1 victory over Madagascar in Nigeria's opening match of the series.
Although Usor was unable to reproduce that performance in Nigeria's subsequent encounter against Guinea-Bissau, where the Super Eagles suffered a 3-0 defeat, his debut display was enough to strengthen his chances of retaining his place in the squad for the back-to-back fixtures against Tanzania in November.
However, an injury setback has put his availability for the crucial qualifiers in doubt, Owngoalnigeria.com reported.
Usor sustained a shoulder injury that saw him miss LASK's 3-6 defeat to Liverpool in the UEFA Champions League, raising concerns about whether he will recover in time to join the Nigerian squad.
The publication's sources have indicated that the forward does not require surgery, offering some hope that he could return to action without undergoing an operation.
His chances of featuring against Tanzania will, however, depend on how well he responds to treatment and his recovery over the coming days.
The timing presents a concern for Nigeria, with the recovery period potentially extending towards the first leg, when the Super Eagles are scheduled to host Tanzania in Uyo next month.
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Egypt sack Hossam Hassan months after handing him contract extension until 2030
Egypt have parted ways with head coach Hossam Hassan, just months after extending his contract until 2030, with Ali Maher appointed as his successor, the Egyptian Football Association (EFA) has confirmed.