Ekong Rues Injury Setback, Wishes Super Eagles Best Against Algeria

Ekong Rues Injury Setback, Wishes Super Eagles Best Against Algeria 

Alfred Kadiri

Super Eagles vice-captain, William Troost-Ekong has wished his teammates the best in the international warmup game against Algeria Desert Foxes, BSNSports.com.ng reports.

The Watford defender picked up an injury in last Friday's 2-2 draw against Algeria Team B at the Mohamed Hamlaoui Stadium in Constantine

The Nigeria Football Federation did confirm on Saturday, "William Troost-Ekong has left the camp as a result of an injury cropped during the test game yesterday (Friday). He is back to base for further checks. Wishing you a speedy recovery Ekong."

Ekong said on Sunday: "Unfortunately I picked up something in our game against Algeria last Friday. Back home now to sort it out. All the best to the boys on Tuesday 🇳🇬 🦅."

The warm-up game between the two AFCON champions comes up on September 27, and It's billed for the 40,000-capacity Miloud Hadefi Stadium in Oran.