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AIK Block Nigerian Youngster From Unity Cup

Zadok Yohanna won’t be released for the Unity Cup in London, according to Swedish club AIK, Completesports.com reports. The youngster was named in Nigeria’s 27-man squad for the invitational tournament by head coach Éric Chelle on Wednesday. AIK On Zadok AIK said the decision was made for sporting reasons, and due to the player’s health [...] The post AIK Block Nigerian Youngster From Unity Cup appeared first on Complete Sports.

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Zadok Yohanna won’t be released for the Unity Cup in London, according to Swedish club AIK, Completesports.com reports.

The youngster was named in Nigeria’s 27-man squad for the invitational tournament by head coach Éric Chelle on Wednesday.

AIK said the decision was made for sporting reasons, and due to the player’s health status.

“AIK Football is happy and proud that Zadok Yohanna has been selected for the Nigerian national team for the Unity Cup, which will be played in London between May 26-30, 2026,”reads a statement on the club’s official website.

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“The decision not to let him travel to London is based partly on the fact that he is in rehabilitation, but also on sporting reasons, as Zadok is an important player for AIK Football Club.

“We look forward to seeing Zadok represent the Nigerian national team in the future.”

The 18-year-old has starred for AIK this season, registering two goals, and three assists in seven league appearances.

The winger missed AIK’s last league clash against Västerås SK due to a hamstring injury.

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Source: Complete Sports

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