Super Eagles winger, Chidera Ejuke, has made a promising return from a hamstring injury that had kept him off the field since October 2024.
Chidera Ejuke re-entered the game during Sevilla’s 2-1 victory over Girona at Estadi Municipal de Montilivi, marking a significant moment in his recovery.
Ejuke started the match on the bench, while his Super Eagles teammate Kelechi Iheanacho did not feature in the squad, fueling speculation about his potential return to England.
Ejuke came on as a substitute with eight minutes remaining, stepping in for Isaac Romero at a crucial time as Sevilla sought to secure the win.
His return was instrumental, as he contributed to the buildup to Dodi Lukebakio’s decisive goal in the 88th minute.
The 26-year-old had previously sustained the hamstring injury on October 20, 2024, during a league match against Barcelona at the Olympic Stadium, where he was forced off shortly before halftime, with Albert Sambi Lokonga taking his place.
Since that incident, Ejuke has missed 12 matches for Sevilla, including nine in the league and three Copa del Rey ties. Before his injury, he was a key player for the team, renowned for his dazzling dribbling skills and direct style of play that consistently challenged opponents.
His creativity was an essential asset for head coach García Pimienta in breaking down rival defences. Before his injury, Ejuke had participated in nine matches across all competitions and had scored one goal.
His strong performances also earned him a call-up to the Super Eagles squad in preparation for the 2025 AFCON qualifiers against Libya.
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