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Brentford's Onyeka doubtful for Super Eagles' World Cup qualifiers after Covid-19 update

The one-time Super Eagle did not make the Bees' trip to Villa Park on Saturday due to his health status

Brentford confirmed that Frank Onyeka has tested positive for coronavirus ahead of their Premier League outing against Aston Villa on Saturday.

The 23-year-old, who joined Thomas Frank's side on a five-year deal from FC Midtjylland in July, started their first two league fixtures against Arsenal and Crystal Palace.

Earlier this week, he was introduced as a second-half substitute in Brentford’s 3-1 victory over Forest Green Rovers in the League Cup.

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Due to his health status, Onyeka was replaced in the starting XI by Iran star Saman Ghoddos while DR Congo forward Yoane Wissa is on the bench.