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