Table of Contents

  1. Ndidi's Absence
  2. Disciplinary Actions
  3. Future Matches

The Super Eagles will be without their captain, Wilfred Ndidi, for the semi-final match against Morocco in the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations.

This situation arises due to his yellow card received during the 2-0 victory over Algeria on Saturday.

Ndidi, who had previously been cautioned in the match against Mozambique, was already under disciplinary scrutiny along with Calvin Bassey and Frank Onyeka.

However, he is the only player to have received an additional yellow card during the match against the Desert Foxes.

As a result, he will serve a one-match suspension against Morocco.

Ndidi will be eligible for selection in either the third-place playoff or the final, depending on Nigeria's performance in their semi-final encounter.

Why is Wilfred Ndidi suspended for the match against Morocco?

Wilfred Ndidi received a yellow card in the match against Algeria, which resulted in a one-match suspension due to accumulating yellow cards.

When will Ndidi be able to play again?

Ndidi will be available to play in either the third-place playoff or the final, depending on Nigeria's performance in the semi-final.

Who else was at risk of suspension alongside Ndidi?

Calvin Bassey and Frank Onyeka were also at risk of suspension but did not receive additional yellow cards during the match.

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