Babatunde Michael undergoes surgery

Babatunde Michael undergoes surgery

Babatunde Michael has undergone surgery and will most likely miss the rest of the World cup after Ogenyi Onazi's shot broke his arm during the 3-2 loss to Argentina

President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) Aminu Maigari told AfricanFootball.com the Ukraine-based player has already undergone surgery in Porto Alegre.

"He has undergone operation already and we are positive he would be fine" Maigari told AfricanFootball.com

“"It’s a very sad news for the team."

He has brought a lot of energy to the Eagles midfield after he was picked ahead of Chelsea winger Victor Moses.