Super Eagles Legend And Former Chelsea Star Gets Injured, Ruled Out For 6 Months

• Nigerian winger Victor Moses has been ruled out of action for the next six months after suffering an injury
• This will come as a huge blow for Spartak Moscow as the Nigerian is one of their most trusted players this term
• Victor Moses was among the Super Eagles players who won the 2013 African Cup of Nations with Super Eagles

Spartak Moscow have announced that Super Eagles legend Victor Moses has suffered an injury and the winger will be out of action for the next six months which is not a good development.

The 31-year-old former Chelsea star suffered the injury while playing for Spartak Moscow in their 2-0 away win against Ural on Saturday, 6 August.

It was in the 32nd minute of the encounter that Victor Moses suffered the injury and had to leave the pitch on crutches.

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According to the statement Spartak Moscow made on their website, the Russian club wished the Nigerian winger quick recovery from his injury.

Spartak Moscow's statement about Victor Moses

“Spartak midfielder Victor Moses, who was injured in the RPL 4th round match in Yekaterinburg, underwent a medical examination.

“The Nigerian has been diagnosed with an Achilles tendon injury. The player will have to undergo surgery. It will take about six months to recover from the injury.

“We wish Victor a speedy return to the field.''

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Victor Moses joined Spartak Moscow permanently in 2021 and the Nigerian has played 28 games netting four goals.

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The Nigerian star this summer moved to Nottingham Forest from German side Union Berlin where he was impressive last season netting 19 goals.

Awoniyi started his football career on the streets of Ilorin in Kwara State before getting the chance to represent Nigeria at the Under 17 World Cup in Dubai in 2013 winning the title.

His performances at the Under 17 World Cup helped him secure a move to Liverpool in 2015, but he never played any games for the Anfield based side as he spent his six-year playing on loan.