{"id":884381,"date":"2026-01-12T07:12:10","date_gmt":"2026-01-12T13:12:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/12\/watch-blackburn-star-alebiosu-trains-as-ndidi-update-eases-super-eagles-injury-fears\/"},"modified":"2026-01-12T07:12:10","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T13:12:10","slug":"watch-blackburn-star-alebiosu-trains-as-ndidi-update-eases-super-eagles-injury-fears","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/newsycanuse.com\/index.php\/2026\/01\/12\/watch-blackburn-star-alebiosu-trains-as-ndidi-update-eases-super-eagles-injury-fears\/","title":{"rendered":"Watch: Blackburn star Alebiosu trains as Ndidi update eases Super Eagles injury fears"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Blackburn star Ryan Alebiosu<\/a> has boosted Nigeria\u2019s injury outlook ahead of the AFCON 2025<\/a> semi-final, with Wilfred Ndidi also showing positive signs, Soccernet.ng reports.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Both players raised fitness worries in recent outings, but fresh developments suggest Nigeria\u2019s medical team is cautiously optimistic as preparations continue for the showdown with hosts Morocco.<\/p>\n

Soccer Alebiosu makes progress after knee injury scare<\/h2>\n

Alebiosu, who picked up a knock during his Super Eagles debut earlier in the tournament, continues to improve steadily on his path back to full fitness.<\/p>\n

The London-born full-back suffered a deep cut to his knee, sparking concern after the match against Uganda.<\/p>\n

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Super Eagles and Blackburn Rovers defender Ryan Alebiosu. Photo by Segun Ogunfeyitimi Copyright: xshengolpixsxIMAGO<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Head coach Eric Chelle admitted his worries at the time but was pleased with the defender\u2019s overall display.<\/p>\n

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\u201cThis is his first game in Africa, in AFCON and I\u2019m happy with how he did,\u201d Chelle said to reporters including Soccernet.ng after the match.
\n\u201cI\u2019m worried, because he has an injury. His leg is open (cut), but I\u2019m happy with how he played today.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Soccernet.ng later spotted Alebiosu walking comfortably on the grass during Nigeria\u2019s first training session in Marrakech ahead of their clash with Algeria, confirming encouraging recovery signs.<\/p>\n

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Blackburn Rovers defender Ryan Alebiosu shoots at goal during the EFL Sky Bet Championship match between Blackburn Rovers and Oxford United. Copyright: ImagoxCraigxGallowayx<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The latest video shared by Super Eagles media officer, Promise Efoghe, suggests the former Crewe Alexandra defender is continuing to improve, taking part in light individual training that includes dribbling the ball and short exercises on the grass.<\/p>\n

Watch Blackburn star Alebiosu train here:<\/h3>\n
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Although very unlikely to feature for the Super Eagles ahead of their game against Morocco, it reinforces hopes that the knee injury sustained during Nigeria\u2019s earlier clash against Uganda will not derail his tournament involvement.<\/p>\n

Soccer Ndidi walks pain-free but set to miss Morocco clash<\/h2>\n

There was also positive news regarding Ndidi, who was substituted during Nigeria\u2019s quarter-final victory over Algeria after appearing to struggle physically.<\/p>\n

The Super Eagles captain is now walking pain-free, according to Promise Efoghe, which suggests that the hamstring strain he sustained may not be serious.<\/p>\n

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AFCON 2025 in Morocco Wilfred Ndidi, Iwobi, Akor Adams during the game against Tunisia Copyright: xSulaimanxPoojaxAdebayox<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

However, Ndidi will miss the semi-final against Morocco regardless,<\/a> after accumulating two yellow cards at the knockout stage.<\/p>\n

An evaluation of his condition is scheduled for tomorrow, which will determine whether a scan is required to fully assess the extent of the issue.<\/p>\n

Soccer Boost for Super Eagles camp<\/h2>\n

With Nigeria eyeing a place in the AFCON final, the improving fitness of Alebiosu and the encouraging signs surrounding Ndidi\u2019s recovery have lifted spirits within the Super Eagles camp.<\/p>\n

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Akor Adams,Victor Osimhen,Wilfred Ndidi of Nigeria during AFCON match between Nigeria and Tanzania. Photo by Segun Ogunfeyitimi Copyright: xshengolpixsx<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

While Ndidi\u2019s suspension rules him out of the Morocco clash, the overall injury outlook is a reassurance for Nigeria as they push for their fourth continental title.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

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