Super Eagles forward, Terem Moffi, is finally back in action after spending eight months out with a knee injury, Footynaija.com reports.
This is great news for Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle, who is looking for more firepower as Nigeria fights to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The 25-year-old striker made his comeback on March 29, 2025, coming off the bench in OGC Nice’s 2-1 loss to AS Monaco in Ligue 1. It was his first game since July 2024, when he suffered an anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) injury that sidelined him for most of the season.
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Moffi was clearly emotional after the match, posting on X (formerly Twitter): “Thank you God”
The post reflected his gratitude for finally getting back on the pitch after such a long and difficult recovery.
Before the injury, Moffi was in fine form, scoring 11 goals in the 2023–24 season for Nice. His absence was a big blow for both his club and the Super Eagles, as he missed the 2024 AFCON and several World Cup qualifiers.
With Nigeria struggling to score in the World Cup qualifiers, managing just seven goals in six games, Eric Chelle will be happy to have another forward available.
The big question now is whether Chelle will call him up for Nigeria’s World Cup qualifiers later this year. If he regains full fitness and impresses for Nice, he could get back into the squad alongside Victor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, and Moses Simon.
For now, Moffi will focus on getting back to his best with Nice. If he finds form in the coming weeks, he could be in contention for a Super Eagles return when Nigeria faces two must-win games in the World Cup qualifiers.
Moffi’s return is a big boost for both OGC Nice and the Super Eagles. He has already proven his quality for Nigeria in past games, and if he stays fit, he could be a key player for Eric Chelle as the Super Eagles push for World Cup qualification.
