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Cyriel Dessers has voiced his disappointment regarding his injury-related departure from the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, as reported by DAILY POST.

Dessers was compelled to return to his Greek club, Panathinaikos, last week after suffering a thigh injury during training with the Super Eagles.

The striker did not have the opportunity to play for the Super Eagles in Morocco before leaving the camp.

The 31-year-old is anticipated to be out of action for approximately three months.

Dessers took to social media to share his frustration.

“Unfortunately, I sustained an injury at AFCON. It’s incredibly hard to accept that I will miss the rest of the tournament and a significant period at Panathinaikos,” the striker stated.

The former Rangers player will be cheering for the Super Eagles to secure a victory in their Round of 16 match against Algeria on Saturday.

He is expected to receive a medal if the Super Eagles triumph as champions in Morocco.

Why did Cyriel Dessers leave the Africa Cup of Nations?

Dessers was forced to return to his club, Panathinaikos, after the injury, which will sideline him for about three months.

What are Dessers' thoughts on missing the tournament?

He mentioned that it is extremely difficult to accept his absence from the tournament and an important period at his club.

Will Dessers receive a medal if the Super Eagles win?

He is anticipated to get a medal should the Super Eagles emerge victorious in Morocco.

Eze Chidiebere Paul

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