"He was included in both match day squads as we begin our campaign with a win against
"The forward claimed an ankle injury and did not train yesterday. He has returned to his club this morning for urgent treatment," it said, referring to
"We never had any issues with him, nor did he have issues with other players," said Saintfiet.
The former Al-Shabab and Guizhou Hengfeng playmaker was among coach Saintfeit's final 28-man squad but did not play in the continental showpiece before he left the team's camp.
Trawally posted on his official social media accounts that he had always wished to represent the country in big tournaments like
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"If you look at the statement from the player, it's like he was injured well before coming to the tournament," said Mendy.
"But if you look at the statement from the Federation, it's saying the contrary, it said the player claimed to be injured," he added, saying that he hoped it would not impact the players.
"This is the time the team needs to focus more," he said.
There has been no official confirmation from the team doctors in Buea about the injury, and the head of GFF communication said there will be no further comment in the issue.
Scorpions fans dismayed
Many football fans are disappointed by his move.
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"Steve really played a crucial part in qualifying the Scorpions for our maiden
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"I'm definitely not ruling out the possibility of him being injured," said Jatta.
"But the point is, you can't be injured and still manage to train everyday while also making it to the bench twice, but immediately pull out of the team after not getting game time. He pulled out because of his ego," he added.
Despite the controversy, some supportive fans wished Trawally well.
"Steve is one of the best players we have on the team, so hearing that he's injured and won't be able to play
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