Terem Moffi Nears Return After Long Injury Layoff at Nice
Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi is edging closer to a return to competitive action for OGC Nice, following a long absence due to an anterior cruciate ligament injury sustained during pre-season.
The 25 year old has missed the entire season so far but has recently rejoined full training with his teammates. OGC Nice head coach Franck Haise confirmed Moffi’s progress and explained his absence from Wednesday’s friendly against Brighton & Hove Albion. Although he was expected to play, the coaching staff opted instead for a more intense training session, citing the youthfulness of the squad that featured in the match.
"Terem and Morgan Sanson were supposed to play on Wednesday," Haise told France Bleu, "but the team was very young and it was our big session of the week, so we thought it was better to do a big 1.5-hour session."
Despite not featuring in that friendly, Moffi impressed in training and is showing clear signs of improvement. Haise noted a rise in his sharpness and energy levels over the past ten days, describing his sequences and dynamism as greatly improved.
Since his transfer to Nice in January 2023, Moffi has made a solid impact, contributing 20 goals and five assists in 52 appearances across all competitions. While he may not be in the starting XI against Monaco this weekend, he is expected to be included in the matchday squad as he steps closer to full match fitness.
Editorial
We’ve missed seeing Terem Moffi in action, and it’s a relief to know his return is finally on the horizon. Injuries like the one he suffered an ACL tear can derail careers and test even the most resilient athletes. That’s why this moment matters. It’s not just about fitness; it’s about a fighter reclaiming his space.
Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi is edging closer to a return to competitive action for OGC Nice, following a long absence due to an anterior cruciate ligament injury sustained during pre-season.
The 25 year old has missed the entire season so far but has recently rejoined full training with his teammates. OGC Nice head coach Franck Haise confirmed Moffi’s progress and explained his absence from Wednesday’s friendly against Brighton & Hove Albion. Although he was expected to play, the coaching staff opted instead for a more intense training session, citing the youthfulness of the squad that featured in the match.
"Terem and Morgan Sanson were supposed to play on Wednesday," Haise told France Bleu, "but the team was very young and it was our big session of the week, so we thought it was better to do a big 1.5-hour session."
Despite not featuring in that friendly, Moffi impressed in training and is showing clear signs of improvement. Haise noted a rise in his sharpness and energy levels over the past ten days, describing his sequences and dynamism as greatly improved.
Since his transfer to Nice in January 2023, Moffi has made a solid impact, contributing 20 goals and five assists in 52 appearances across all competitions. While he may not be in the starting XI against Monaco this weekend, he is expected to be included in the matchday squad as he steps closer to full match fitness.
Editorial
We’ve missed seeing Terem Moffi in action, and it’s a relief to know his return is finally on the horizon. Injuries like the one he suffered an ACL tear can derail careers and test even the most resilient athletes. That’s why this moment matters. It’s not just about fitness; it’s about a fighter reclaiming his space.