2018 World Cup: Watford’s Isaac Success to miss Nigeria qualifier

Watford forward Isaac Success has played for Nigeria at under-17, under-20 and under-23 levels

Watford’s Isaac Success will not make his Nigeria debut in their 2018 World Cup qualifier against Zambia after picking up an injury.

The 20-year-old had been named in the Nigeria squad for the first time, having played at youth level and helped to win the 2013 Under-17 World Cup.

Chelsea winger Victor Moses (hamstring) and Mainz defender Leon Balogun (muscular injury) are also out.

Godwin Obaje, Chisom Egbuchulam and Uche Henry Agbo are their replacements.

Success appeared to be in line to make his Super Eagles debut, particularly after he came off the bench to score for Watford and earn them a draw against Bournemouth on Saturday.

But Nigeria Football Federation spokesman Ademola Olajire told BBC Sport: “We received a letter from Chelsea concerning Moses and striker Isaac Success has a knock and finding it difficult to walk.

“Locally-based stars Godwin Obaje and Chisom Egbuchulam will replace the premier league duo, while Uche Agbo has since filled the void created by Balogun’s absence.”

Egbuchulam’s 15 goals, including a hat-trick on the final day of the season on Sunday, …

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