Etebo races against time ahead of crucial cup tie

Nigerian midfielder Oghenekaro Etebo is doubtful for Aris Thessaloniki’s clash against Levadiakos.

Aris is set to face their rivals in the Greek Cup, but the medical team are sweating over the fitness of Etebo.

The 26-year-old is experiencing pains in his right gastrocnemius and will remain under supervision ahead of the game.

According to the Greek news outlet, To10, Etebo sustained the injury in training after returning from the FIFA World Cup break.

The Yellow and Blacks will travel to the Municipal Stadium, Livadeia on Friday for the first leg of the Round of 16 contest.

Peter Etebo joined them on loan from English Championship outfit Stoke City.

Aris are the third club the 2014 Rio Olympics bronze medallist will be joining from the Potters.