President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has recommended the Tremendous Eagles for his or her spirited effort within the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers regardless of their agonising loss to the Democratic Republic of Congo within the playoff encounter on Sunday.
The President urged the group to place the setback behind them and instantly refocus on preparations for the 2026 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), scheduled to carry from January to February 2026 in Morocco.
Nigeria’s hopes of returning to the World Cup had been dashed after DR Congo edged the Tremendous Eagles 4–3 on penalties, following a 1–1 draw after further time in Morocco. The defeat means Nigeria will miss the World Cup for the second consecutive version.
Whereas acknowledging the frustration felt by hundreds of thousands of Nigerians, President Tinubu praised the group for his or her resilience, significantly after securing victory within the first leg of the playoff.
“However the unlucky loss, we should commend the gamers for his or her efforts and proceed to help them,” the President mentioned.
“We should now plug all of the loopholes. Our soccer directors, gamers, and certainly all stakeholders should return to the drafting board. Now could be the time to focus all efforts on the Cup of Nations. Our Tremendous Eagles should recuperate the misplaced glory.”
The President known as for unity, renewed dedication and improved planning from all stakeholders as Nigeria shifts its consideration to the continental championship.
