CS Constantine captain Brahim Dib is uncertain for the upcoming CAF Confederation Cup fixture against FC Bravos do Maquis on January 5, after suffering an injury during a recent Ligue 1 match.
The 31-year-old striker was hurt in the second half of CS Constantine’s 2-0 defeat to JS Saoura on December 27, raising concerns about his availability for the crucial encounter.
As CS Constantine prepares for the fourth round of their Confederation Cup group stage, a match they hope will serve as a chance for redemption after their narrow 3-2 loss to FC Bravos do Maquis in Angola, the potential absence of Dib remains a significant concern.
Coach Kheireddine Madoui faces an anxious wait as he prepares his squad for what could be a pivotal clash in the competition.
The injury occurred during a league match against JS Saoura, and Dib was forced off the pitch in the second half.
CS Constantine later released a statement via their official Facebook page, confirming the uncertainty surrounding the forward’s fitness.
The club revealed that Dib is awaiting the results of further medical examinations to assess the full extent of his injury.
He is awaiting the results of in-depth examinations that he will undergo today (Sunday), to determine the severity of the injury he sustained during the match against JS Saoura,” the statement read.
However, there is a silver lining for the striker and his team.
Initial assessments suggest that the injury may not be as serious as first feared.
According to the club’s medical team, Dib has not sustained a major injury, and the problem appears to stem from a violent challenge by a JS Saoura player, which affected his calf tendon.
Should Dib’s recovery progress positively, the team will be hopeful of having their captain back in action for the important fixture against FC Bravos do Maquis.
The return of Dib, who has been instrumental in CS Constantine’s attacking play this season, would be a major boost as they look to avenge their previous defeat and stay on track in the CAF Confederation Cup.
As the days count down to the match, the focus will remain on Dib’s rehabilitation, with both the player and club hoping for a positive outcome that will allow him to play a pivotal role in CS Constantine’s efforts to move forward in the competition.
