Director Normal of the Nationwide Sports activities Fee (NSC), Bukola Olopade, has voiced his unshaken confidence that the Tremendous Eagles will safe their place on the 2026 FIFA World Cup, regardless of the workforce’s present difficult place within the qualification standings.
Talking in Abuja, Olopade acknowledged that Nigeria’s marketing campaign has not gone as deliberate, however insisted that the workforce nonetheless has the standard and resilience to show issues round.
He described the World Cup ticket as “troublesome however not not possible,” emphasizing that Nigeria’s soccer historical past is stuffed with late-stage comebacks and dramatic qualification moments.
“Anybody who is aware of the Tremendous Eagles understands that we by no means surrender,” Olopade stated. “Sure, the highway is tough, and the group is tight, however we nonetheless have every part to play for. I’ve complete perception that this workforce will make it to the World Cup. Nigeria belongs on that world stage.”
Olopade additional praised the Nigeria Soccer Federation (NFF) and head coach Finidi George for his or her efforts in stabilizing the workforce after a turbulent interval. He famous that qualification relies upon not solely on ways but additionally on self-belief and unity — two components he says are returning to the squad.
He additionally referred to as on Nigerians to rally behind the gamers slightly than criticize them throughout this significant interval. “Help is what these boys want proper now,” he added. “It’s straightforward to level fingers when outcomes aren’t going our means, however actual followers stand by the workforce in robust occasions. We should give them each encouragement to succeed.”
The Director Normal concluded by reaffirming the federal government’s continued dedication to offering the mandatory assist and logistics for the workforce. “It is a undertaking of nationwide significance,” Olopade burdened. “We’ll do every part doable to make sure that Nigeria’s flag is flying excessive in the US, Mexico, and Canada come 2026.”
