The Super Eagles have been dealt a huge injury blow leading up to next month’s must-win 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Rwanda and Zimbabwe after midfielder Fisayo Dele Bashiru suffered an ankle injury in action for Lazio.
Dele Bashiru started at Venezia, but he had to be replaced in the 41st minute of a goalless draw. He had to be helped out of the pitch by two medics.
Dele-Bashiru sprained his ankle in a coming together with Alessio Zerbin of Venezia, tried to run it off and shoot for goal, only making it worse.
“We have to verify his condition. He felt pain when he took that shot. Playing every two or three days, it’s going to be difficult to get him recovered for the next match,” said Lazio coach Marco Baroni.
The 24-year-old midfielder has scored three goals in 16 appearances in Serie A this season.
