Why Victor Osimhen is the Right Choice as Nigeria Captain – Ighalo Speaks Out
Former Super Eagles striker Jude Odion Ighalo has thrown his weight behind Victor Osimhen as the ideal candidate to captain Nigeria at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, following the retirement of William Troost-Ekong from international football. Troost-Ekong’s unexpected decision to step down—despite being named in Nigeria’s provisional squad—has left a leadership […]
“No One Pushed Me Out” — Troost-Ekong Clarifies Sudden Super Eagles Exit
Former Super Eagles skipper William Troost-Ekong has firmly refuted claims that his recent retirement from international football was influenced or orchestrated by anyone within the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), stressing that the choice was entirely his own. Troost-Ekong, 32, announced his retirement on Thursday, drawing the curtain on a decade-long career with the national team […]
Troost-Ekong Retires From Super Eagles Weeks Before AFCON 2025
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has shocked Nigerian football fans after announcing his retirement from international duty, just weeks before the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations kicks off in Morocco. The 32-year-old defender made the announcement on his 𝕏 account on Thursday, posting a concise but emotional message confirming that his decade-long journey with the […]