Sevilla head coach GarcÃa Pimienta has emphasized that Akor Adams must receive medical clearance from the club before joining the Super Eagles for the international break. Despite his injury, the former Flying Eagles forward was named among the 39 players in Eric Chelle’s provisional squad invited for Nigeria’s upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifiers.
Adams has resumed rehabilitation with Sevilla’s medical team, and Pimienta confirmed that the striker still needs to undergo tests to determine if he can return next week. “He has been working with rehabilitation therapists and still needs to undergo tests to determine if he can return next week,” the coach stated.
The Super Eagles’ upcoming matches against Rwanda in Kigali and Zimbabwe in Uyo are critical, as they currently sit fifth in Group C. The team trails group leaders Rwanda, making these matches pivotal in their qualification journey. To join the national team, Adams must first be cleared for competition, but that decision lies with the medical staff.
Pimienta emphasized that Adams’ full recovery comes first, saying, “Understandably, his national team wants him available, but his full recovery comes first.” The coach’s cautious approach is understandable, given the high stakes of the upcoming World Cup qualifiers.
Adams’ potential debut for the Super Eagles has generated excitement among Nigerian football fans. His impressive performance for Sevilla has earned him a spot in Eric Chelle’s provisional squad, and fans are eager to see him in action for the national team.
However, Pimienta’s insistence on medical clearance is a reminder that Adams’ health and fitness must take priority. The Super Eagles’ coaching staff will be monitoring his progress closely, and fans will be keeping their fingers crossed that he receives the green light to join the team for the international break.