Nigeria report Lookman knee ligament sprain; Atlético awaits confirmation

Lookman suffered a knee ligament sprain during Nigeria's qualifier on Friday; medical tests suggest 1–6 weeks out depending on severity, ruling him out of Atlético's Getafe match.

Atlético Madrid winger Ademola Lookman was forced off during Nigeria's 3–1 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier win over Tanzania on Friday, 13 November, after feeling discomfort in his knee and then taking a blow to the same area.

Nigerian media reports, citing the Nigeria Football Federation's press officer Promise Efoghe, indicate medical tests have revealed a knee ligament sprain. Atlético have not yet confirmed the diagnosis. Nigeria manager Éric Chelle said Lookman felt pain when attempting to shoot with his left foot and withdrew after a subsequent impact.

The severity remains unclear. A mild sprain could sideline him for one to three weeks, while ligament damage could extend to three to six weeks. The fact he left the pitch walking without assistance suggests no complete rupture. At minimum, he will miss Nigeria's second qualifier against Tanzania on 17 November and is a doubt for Atlético's La Liga trip to Getafe on 22 November.