Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi has taken a major step in his recovery from a serious ACL injury, returning to first-team training with OGC Nice after spending 247 days on the side-lines.
The 25-year-old forward has been out of action since pre-season, missing the entire 2024/25 Ligue 1 campaign so far. However, on Wednesday, he re-joined his teammates at Nice’s training ground, participating in a session that was open to the public.
Moffi’s return was confirmed by L’Équipe journalist Romain Lafont, who reported that the Nigerian international took part in warm-up drills and passing exercises before concluding with an individual workout under the supervision of club staff. Around 200 fans watched as he cautiously reintroduced himself to group activities.
Terem Moffi et Morgan Sanson présents à l’entraînement collectif de Nice ce mercredi. pic.twitter.com/DWeVz896VO
— Romain Lafont (@RomainRlafont) February 12, 2025
The former Lorient striker last played for Nice on May 19, 2024, in a 2-2 draw against Lille. His last appearance for Nigeria came in a World Cup qualifier on June 10, where he featured in the Super Eagles’ 2-1 loss to Benin Republic. Initially expected to return during pre-season, Moffi’s comeback was delayed by a devastating ACL rupture in late July, keeping him sidelined for over eight months.
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Moffi was a key figure for Nice last season, scoring 11 goals and providing two assists in 30 Ligue 1 appearances. Since arriving from Lorient in 2023, he has been one of the club’s most reliable attacking threats, netting 51 goals in 133 Ligue 1 matches.
Source: The Athletic NG