Papering Over the Cracks: Troost-Ekong Exposes Nigeria’s Deep-rooted Issues Amid AFCON Qualifier Struggles

THISDAYLIVE | 04-10-2026 01:44am |

Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has identified administrative issues as the root cause of Nigeria's poor start to the AFCON 2027 qualifiers. Nigeria came from behind to beat Madagascar but then lost 3-0 to Guinea-Bissau. Troost-Ekong, speaking on beIN Sports, believes real change is needed. Nigerian football has seen a decline, with the Super Eagles failing to qualify for two consecutive World Cups.

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