Ekong leaves Super Eagles camp

The Nigeria Football Federation confirmed that William Troost-Ekong has pulled out of Super Eagles’ friendly with Algeria.

Ekong picked the injury during the test game against Algeria B side on Friday.

The NFF confirmed his withdrawal from Tuesday’s friendly with a short statement on their social media handle.

“William Troost-Ekong has left camp as a result of an injury cropped during the test game yesterday. He is back to base for further checks. Wishing you a speedy recovery Ekong.”

Unfortunately picked up something in our game yesterday. Back home now to sort it out. All the best to the boys on Tuesday! 🇳🇬 🦅 @NGSuperEagles pic.twitter.com/cidZNErco7

— William Troost-Ekong (@WTroostEkong) September 24, 2022

The defender is the latest player to leave the training camp due to injury, after Leicester City midfielder Wilfred Ndidi.