Nigeria, Dec. 31 -- Nigeria's Super Eagles have been dealt a fresh setback at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco after confirming injury concerns for debutant Ryan Alebiosu

and striker Cyriel Dessers, just as the tournament moves into its decisive knockout phase.

According to the team officials, Alebiosu sustained a deep cut on his right leg, with uncertainty now surrounding his availability for the remainder of the tournament.

The young defender picked up the injury during Nigeria's 3-1 win over Uganda in their final Group C match in Fez on Tuesday.

Alebiosu, who was making his AFCON debut, had been handed a starting role by Chelle as part of a rotated Super Eagles lineup, with the coach keen to manage squad depth after Nigeri...