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The Digest:

Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has declared it would be a "shame" if Nigeria fails to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, emphasizing the team's belief and capacity to compete globally as they enter the crucial CAF Playoffs in Morocco.

Key Points:
  • Alex Iwobi stated Nigeria has the players and self-belief to compete with any team.
  • He called it a shame if the Super Eagles fail to reach the World Cup.
  • Nigeria will compete in a CAF Playoff tournament against Gabon, DR Congo, and Cameroon.
  • The overall winner advances to an Intercontinental Playoff for one of two final spots.
  • Iwobi acknowledged the team "rescued themselves from the dead" by reaching the playoffs.
  • The Fulham star stressed the need for the team to prove their quality on the pitch.
  • Nigeria’s final chance hinges on winning two consecutive knockout tournaments.
With national pride and global prestige on the line, the Super Eagles face a defining moment to transform their potential into tangible success. Rooted in the Storm.

Sources: Score Nigeria, CNN
Tags: Alex Iwobi, Super Eagles, 2026 World Cup,