Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has opened up about Nigeria’s rollercoaster journey to the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs, calling it one of the toughest campaigns of his career.
Nigeria sealed their playoff spot in style with a 4-0 demolition of Benin Republic’s Cheetahs at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Tuesday night.
After a shaky start to the qualifiers, the Super Eagles fought their way back with three wins and a draw in their last four matches — a run that silenced critics and reignited hope among fans.
Reflecting on the team’s resilience, Troost-Ekong said:
“It’s easy to celebrate good moments, but it’s been a really tough ride these last months. That’s down to us, but we’ve come out now and achieved something that many said was impossible.”
The captain urged Nigerians to stand firmly behind the team as they prepare for the decisive playoff round.
Nigeria will join Gabon, Cameroon, and the Democratic Republic of Congo in the high-stakes playoffs that will determine Africa
