Former Tremendous Eagles midfielder Nosa Igiebor has urged Nigeria’s gamers to stay absolutely centered on the upcoming World Cup playoffs in Morocco, warning towards complacency or distractions from exterior noise.
Talking after Nigeria’s qualification for the playoff stage, the 2013 AFCON winner praised the staff’s resilience however reminded the gamers that the hardest battles nonetheless lie forward.
“This isn’t the time to get carried away,” Igiebor mentioned. “We’ve accomplished nicely to succeed in the playoffs, however the true work begins now. Each staff that’s made it this far is hungry, and if we lose focus for one second, it may price us the World Cup ticket.”
The previous Actual Betis and Maccabi Tel Aviv playmaker emphasised that the Tremendous Eagles should take every match because it comes, particularly within the knockout-style format anticipated in Morocco subsequent month.
“Overlook about different groups and focus by yourself job,” he continued. “It doesn’t matter who we face — Gabon, Cameroon, or anybody else — what issues is how we method the sport. Win your battles, play for the badge, and provides 100%.”
Igiebor additionally referred to as on senior gamers like William Troost-Ekong, Alex Iwobi, and Victor Osimhen to guide by instance, saying their expertise might be decisive in Morocco.
“These are the sort of video games that outline gamers’ careers,” he mentioned. “The World Cup is the largest stage, and Nigeria belongs there. The boys should go to Morocco with perception, self-discipline, and unity.”
The CAF World Cup playoff match will happen in Morocco in November, figuring out Africa’s last qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup within the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
