Ndidi withdraws from Russia friendly

The Punch | 02-10-2026 01:10am |

Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has reportedly withdrawn from Nigeria's international friendly against Russia scheduled for Tuesday. Ndidi, a Besiktas midfielder, was initially named in coach Eric Chelle's 24-man squad for the October 6 fixture at the Nizhny Novgorod Stadium. His withdrawal is a setback for the team ahead of the match. The reason for his withdrawal was not disclosed.

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