Troost-Ekong became a major doubt for the tie against Ghana after his coach, Roy Hodgson said he is injured and will likely be out of action for a while
Kehinde Okeowo
Nigerias’ preparation for the 2022 World Cup playoffs against Ghana this month received a boost with the positive news on the fitness of Watford defender, William Troost-Ekong,
Watford coach, Rey Hodgson, during his media briefing before the game against Arsenal over the weekend, said the defender picked up an injury and may be out of action for a while.
The announcement effectively ruled him out of the encounter against Ghana, but following an update released by Watford on Wednesday, he may be available for the qualifier to be played in 15 days.
The Hornets in a statement on their website confirmed Troost-Ekong has returned to full training ahead of schedule.
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It also stated that despite his return, he may not be fit enough for their Thursday game against Wolves.
“William Troost-Ekong makes his return to full training today following a minor groin problem, but tomorrow’s Molineux encounter is likely to come too soon for the Nigeria captain,” the statement read.
Troost-Ekong’s only game for the Hornets this year was against Tottenham Hotspur on New Year’s Day, before he joined up with the Eagles for the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations.
Since his return to Watford, he has been an unused substitute against Burnley, Aston Villa, and Crystal Palace under the new coach.
This news of his return will be a welcome development for his club who are trying to avoid going back into the Championship.
The Nigerian technical crew and Super Eagles fans will also see it as a big boost ahead of this month’s 2022 Fifa World Cup play-off against Ghana.
