Frank Onyeka, 26, has returned in time from his eventful national team trip with the Nigerian national team. It seems that he is also physically fine. He is available for FC Augsburg for the away game against SC Freiburg on Saturday at 3:30 pm.
The central midfielder was supposed to face Libya twice with his national team in the past few days. The trip to the final away game caused a lot of commotion, as the Nigerian side sensed harassment (after the trouble in the first leg against Libya) and returned home. The team spent many hours stuck at the airport before it was all over for Onyeka on Thursday morning, according to Jess Thorup. He is back with FCA. „I have spoken with him. Everything is okay and settled,“ Augsburg’s coach said. „It was a difficult day for him, but we are looking ahead. He is now fully focused on us.“
The focus of the Fuggerstädter, and therefore Onyeka’s, is on the upcoming Freiburg game. Thorup confirmed on the press conference before the match that he can plan for him in the starting eleven. „He is ready.“ This is good news for Augsburg as the potential high workload in the planned second international game has been eliminated, which could positively impact the fitness of the key player.
Overall, Onyeka’s return is a boost for FC Augsburg ahead of the clash with SC Freiburg. His presence in the midfield will provide stability and experience to the team as they aim to secure a positive result on the road. With the national team troubles behind him, Onyeka can now fully focus on his club duties and contribute to Augsburg’s performance in the upcoming match.
Fans and management will be relieved to see Onyeka back with the team and ready to play. His resilience in overcoming the challenges during the national team trip shows his dedication and professionalism, qualities that will undoubtedly benefit FC Augsburg in their quest for success in the Bundesliga. As the team prepares to face Freiburg, Onyeka’s return will be a significant factor in their strategy and performance on the pitch.
In conclusion, Onyeka’s availability for the upcoming game against Freiburg is a positive development for FC Augsburg. His return from national team troubles demonstrates his commitment to the club, and his presence in the midfield will be crucial for the team’s success. With Onyeka ready and focused, Augsburg will be looking to secure a valuable result in their away fixture against Freiburg.