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BREAKING: Iwobi tests positive for COVID-19, Misses Match Against Squirrels

Afnews Editor

Mar 27, 2021

Super Eagles' Alex Iwobi has tested positive for COVID-19 following mandatory tests taken alongside other players and staff members.

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It was gathered that Iwobi will consequently be missing the 2021 AFCON qualifiers match against the Squirrels of Benin Republic coming up at 5 pm Saturday.

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The team had been subjected to coronavirus tests before leaving Nigeria and on arrival at Porto Novo Friday.

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BREAKING: Iwobi tests positive for COVID-19, Misses Match Against Squirrels

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