Chelsea winger Victor Moses and Watford striker Isaac Successface bans from FIFA which could force them to miss their next domestic matchafter reportedly faking injuries to avoid going on International duty with Nigeria.
The 25-year-old Blues player has only just been introduced to starting XI in recent weeks by new manager Antonio Conte, and looked to have done all he could to cement his position following a positive performance in his first Premier League start against Hull City.
However, all of this hard work may be unravelled after Complete Sports Nigeria, viathe Mirror, reported that the former Liverpool wide-man is set to miss his side's league clashagainst Leicester Cityafter he faked an injury to remain home during the international break, rather than represent Nigeria against Tanzania and Zambia.
Hornets striker Isaac Success, Moses' compatriot, could also see himself banned domestically following a similar incident, and even posted a picture online of his leg in a protective casing to make it more believable.
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Afurther report saw a source speak of the implications of the duo's actions: "We know the two players had good games and there was no sign of injury on the duo during or after the game.
"It came as a surprise to hear later that Moses was injured and that he would not be available for the game, and Success finished his team's game before claiming injury.
Honestly, they won't go unpunished if our investigation turns out as we are suspecting. In fact, we are considering writing a protest to FIFAif we find out that they connived with their respective clubs to feign injuries and stay away.�