Goalkeeper Maduka Okoye has been ruled out of the Nigerian national team's upcoming friendly match against Jordan due to injury. The Super Eagles' media officer, Promise Efoghe, confirmed the news on Monday, March 30, 2026.
Efoghe stated that Okoye suffered "a thigh knock" during a training session ahead of the international exhibition match. The specific severity and expected recovery timeline for the injury were not immediately disclosed by the team's officials.
The friendly against Jordan is scheduled for Tuesday, March 31, 2026, in Amman. Okoye's absence will force head coach Finidi George to adjust his squad selection for the final match before Nigeria begins its 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign in June.
The 25-year-old goalkeeper, who plays for Italian club Udinese, has been competing for the starting position with Francis Uzoho. His injury comes at a critical time as the team prepares for crucial competitive fixtures later in the year.
