Nantes, the French Ligue 1 club, has confirmed the devastating news: Super Eagles forward Moses Simon will miss the remainder of the season due to an injury sustained during Nigeria’s 2-0 defeat against Mali on Tuesday
Simon, a senior player, joined the national team camp for friendly matches against Ghana and Mali. He played for 19 minutes in the first game, which Nigeria won 2-1 against Ghana.
In the second game against Mali, Simon started but had to leave the field in the 33rd minute due to an injury from a collision with the goalkeeper. Despite efforts from the coaching staff, he couldn’t continue, and Cyriel Dessers replaced him. Unfortunately, Nigeria lost the game 2-0.
But this should have been a penalty to Nigeria 🇳🇬.
That was a BIG foul on Moses Simon.
Quick RECOVERY @Simon27Mosespic.twitter.com/aZzlS5NI4k
— MR OLAWALE QUADRY 🇳🇬 (@QualityQuadry) March 27, 2024
After the came Coach Finidi George affirmed Moses Simon has been taken to the hospital.
Moses Simon injury looks serious, he’s in tears. Rushed to the hospital.
Let's say a prayer for Simon. Get well soon Simon. You will come back stronger. pic.twitter.com/xnefWd5lxT
— Adepoju Tobi Samuel 🇳🇬 (@OgaNlaMedia) March 26, 2024
SIMON OUT OF THE SEASON
According to Soccernet.ng, Simon’s injury sidelines him for a minimum of three months, ruling him out for the rest of Nantes’ season.
Additionally, he’ll miss Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup qualifiers against South Africa, posing a setback for the national team. Nantes, currently 16th in Ligue 1, face relegation concerns.
With 22 league appearances already this season, his absence poses a challenge for coach Antoine Kombouare, who must now find a replacement for the remaining eight games.
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Moses Simon who has been in tremendous form for Nantes will be a massive miss for the Ligue 1 club, on February 24th he delivers again by scoring twice and assisting twice vs Lorient as reported by Sports Buddy.
