Super Eagles CB, William Troost-Ekong has admitted that he’s struggling with injuries, but hopes to be ready for Friday’s quarter-final clash against Angola.

Ekong missed Nigeria’s last Group game against Guinea Bissau, but returned for the round of 16 win over Cameroon.

During the recovery session on Monday, the Defender was rested as a precaution, afterwwards he confirmed his injury, but insists he could still play.

“I’m struggling with a small injury since the Ivory Coast game so I’m just trying to manage myself. But I’ll be ready to play on Friday if the coach selects me.”

The 30 year-old added that, “You are going to see a team as motivated as we have been for the whole tournament.

“Our message has stayed the same throughout. We’re going to be trying to improve on what we did. It’s going to be a tough game.”