Super Eagles striker Terem Moffi says he was relieved after finding the net in Nice’s emphatic win over Brest — his first goal in over a year following a lengthy recovery from a serious knee injury.
Moffi suffered an Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) tear during training shortly after OGC Nice’s preseason friendly against Spanish outfit Leganés in July 2024. The injury sidelined him for more than eight months, with the Nigerian striker only returning to training during the March international break this year.
He made his return to competitive action as a substitute in Nice’s 2-1 Ligue 1 loss to Monaco at the Stade Louis-II. Since then, he was gradually eased back into action, making brief appearances off the bench against Nantes, Strasbourg, and Reims.
His breakthrough moment finally came against Brest, where he was once again brought on as a substitute — this time replacing Evann Guessand in the 78th minute. Just four minutes later, Moffi made an instant impact, scoring Nice’s fifth goal in a dominant 6-0 victory.
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Reacting on his Instagram story, the 25-year-old shared his emotions with fans, describing the goal as a major personal relief: “It was pure relief, I mean look at my face,” he wrote in response to a supporter’s question.
Moffi also reflected on the difficult road to recovery, admitting it was the toughest period of his career: “Getting an ACL and meniscus surgery has to top the list, difficult times,” he said. “I accepted it and took it day by day, although some days were frustrating. I had good people around me and my faith helped me a lot. A lot to say, but I’ll keep it brief.”
With the worst seemingly behind him, Moffi can now look forward to a new chapter as Nice prepare for European football next season. The club’s fourth-place finish in Ligue 1 earned them a spot in the third qualifying round of the UEFA Champions League, setting the stage for what could be the Nigerian striker’s debut in Europe’s elite competition.
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