Nigeria, June 7 -- The Super Eagles have suffered a setback ahead of next week's international friendly against Portugal after defender Igho Ogbu sustained an injury during training in Lisbon.

Team officials confirmed on Saturday evening that Ogbu picked up the injury during the team's training session, with medical personnel suspecting a rupture of his left Achilles tendon.

The injury immediately rules the defender out of Wednesday's high-profile encounter against Portugal in Leiria and raises concerns over a potentially lengthy spell on the sidelines.

Ogbu had been among the players being closely monitored by Head Coach Eric Chelle as the Franco-Malian tactician continues to assess his options ahead of future competitive fixtures, in...