Democratic Republic of Congo will be without captain Jules Ahoka for the second leg of their 2027 Africa U-23 Cup of Nations second qualifying round tie against Nigeria's Olympic Eagles.
Ahoka sustained an injury in the first leg played at the TP Mazembe Stadium, Lubumbashi, on Friday.
The midfielder is returning to England for treatment at the request of his club, Sunderland.
His absence is a significant blow to the Congolese who will have to defend their advantage without their captain on Nigerian soil.
Guy Bukasa's men will be looking to protect their 2-0 lead and secure qualification for the next round.
The Olympic Eagles will also be without Zadok Yohanna and Daniel Daga for the game.
2027 U-23 AFCONQ: DR Congo suffer injury blow ahead Olympic Eagles rematch