NFF celebrates injured Francis Uzoho on 21st birthday

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has celebrated goalkeeper Francis Uzoho on his 21st birthday.

The NFF, in a tweet on Monday, wished Uzoho a wonderful celebration and speedy recovery.

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“Happy birthday @NGSuperEagles shot-stopper, @Uzohof. Have a good one and we wish you speedy recovery. 🎂🎂🎂🍾🍾🍾🍷🍷🍷,” the tweet read.

Uzoho plays for Cyprus-based Omonia, on loan from Deportivo de La Coruña.

He suffered a horrific injury during Nigeria’s friendly game against Brazil on October 13.

Before he was stretchered off, Uzoho put up a fine performance against the Selecao though conceded a goal as Casemiro scored to draw Brazil level in the game that ended 1-1.