Azeez sidelined as Onyeka returns to Coventry squad
Nigeria’s Femi Azeez must wait for his first appearance with Brighton and Hove Albion due to injury, while fellow Super Eagles player Frank Onyeka is back in contention for Coventry City. Azeez is recovering from a hamstring problem that has delayed his debut since joining from Millwall. Onyeka has been declared fit after missing two matches and is set to rejoin Coventry’s squad. Both situations are being closely watched by Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle.
Match highlights
- Femi Azeez has been ruled out of Brighton’s upcoming match against Leeds United because of a hamstring injury.
- Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler confirmed Azeez picked up the injury on the opening day of the Championship season before his transfer.
- Frank Onyeka returns to Coventry City’s squad after missing two games due to injury, as confirmed by head coach Frank Lampard.
- Onyeka has made only one Premier League appearance for Coventry this season but played a key role in their promotion last term.
- Both players’ situations are significant for Super Eagles coach Eric Chelle ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.
