Ola Aina Faces Surgery After Injury Against South Africa

Image: Nigerian Nottingham Full Back Aina Ola Surgery 

 

Ola Aina, a talented Nigerian international and versatile defender, has built a reputation as one of the Super Eagles’ most reliable full-backs. Known for his strong defensive presence and ability to transition quickly into attack, the England-born star has also been a key player for Nottingham Forest in the English Premier League, where his performances have won admiration from fans and pundits.

During the international duties football match between Nigeria and South Africa at the Free Stadium, Nigerian defender Aina Ola, who also plays at Nottingham Forest, encountered a knee injury after being hit by one of the South African defenders. The England-born player was immediately rushed for medical attention and is now at the hospital undergoing surgery as of September 13, 2025.

According to early reports, the injury will likely keep him out of action for Nigeria’s upcoming World Cup fixtures, a major blow for the national team, as well as rule him out of club football for at least three months at Nottingham Forest. The absence of such a dependable defender will certainly be felt both on the international and domestic stages.

Image: Defender Ola Aina at the Surgery Hospital Attention.

Despite the setback, Ola Aina remains optimistic. He shared his surgery journey with fans through his Snapchat account, where he expressed gratitude for the overwhelming messages of concern and support he has received. His heartfelt appreciation highlighted the strong bond between him and his supporters, both in Nigeria and abroad.

However, while he was open about his recovery process, Aina did not reveal the exact timeline for his return to the pitch. Fans, teammates, and coaches alike will be eagerly waiting for further updates, hopeful that the defender will make a strong comeback once fully recovered.