AFCON 2027 qualifiers wrap: Nigeria rally, Egypt held, Senegal draw
Nigeria began their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifying campaign with a nervy 2-1 victory over Madagascar in Uyo on Friday.
Super Eagles star Sanusi suffers injury setback at Porto
The 29-year-old was substituted in the 16th minute of Porto's league encounter after going down with a suspected adductor injury.
Head coach Francesco Farioli issues an injury update on the status of Sanusi and Jan Bednarek, who were both forced substitutions during the fixture.
"We have to assess both of them; Zaidu's looks like something very serious, and Jan seems to have twisted his knee. We'll see," said Farioli to reporters after the match.
Sanusi potentially could miss out on the upcoming 2027 African Cup of Nations qualifiers for Nigeria although further examinations will determine the timeframe for his return to action.
The left-back had started all five matches for Porto this season prior to his injury. He has made 159 appearances for the club, scoring eight goals and providing three assists.
Sanusi has also played 30 games for the Super Eagles.
McCarthy singles out Bafana Bafana, Guinea threat ahead of Kenya's AFCON qualifiers
Kenya head coach Benni McCarthy is wary of the capabilities of South Africa and Guinea ahead of their opening 2027 African Cup of Nations qualifiers.
Chanka Zimba targeting maximum points for Zambia after proud recall
Zambia striker Chanka Zimba says it's important to make a winning start to their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign.
Nigerian youngster joins Brazilian club
Nigerian youngster Olasunkanmi Abass Ayomide has reportedly followed compatriot Taiwo Alao in completing a move to Brazilian giants Atletico Mineiro.