Super Falcons forward, Asisat Oshoala has been ruled out of the WAFCON as a result of an injury sustained in the Falcons’ opening game.
The Barcelona forward was substituted in the 82mins after sustaining an injury in the Falcons 2-1 loss to perennial rivals South Africa.
Oshoala will leave for Spain for further treatment according to the Super Falcons’ media release.
“Oshoala sustained a Grade 2 Medial Collateral Ligament strain in the game against South Africa. She is due back in Spain on Thursday.”
The four-time African Women’s Footballer of the Year will be rooting for her teammates as they aim to defend the WAFCON.