Tanzania, March 25 -- Dar es Salaam. The Tanzania national football team have suffered a setback ahead of the upcoming FIFA Series matches after striker Simon Msuva was ruled out due to travel complications linked to the ongoing conflict involving the United States and Israel.

Msuva, who features for Iraqi Stars League side Al-Talaba SC, has been unable to join the squad, forcing head coach Miguel Gamondi to make a late adjustment to his attacking options.

Gamondi confirmed that efforts to secure the striker's release were unsuccessful, prompting his replacement with Morice Abraham of Simba SC.

"We did everything possible to have Msuva in the squad, but it was not feasible under the current circumstances," said Gamondi. "We have brough...