Amaju Pinnick Criticizes New World Cup Format, Impact on Nigeria's Chances
Amaju Pinnick, President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), expressed concerns at a sports dialogue event in Ikoyi about the impact of the new World Cup qualification format on Nigeria's chances for the 2026 tournament. He highlighted the challenges faced by the national team, citing past results and the need for fairer opportunities.
Pinnick emphasized the work done behind the scenes to support Nigerian football at international levels, despite facing tough questions about Nigeria's progress. Despite Nigeria not qualifying for the 2026 World Cup, Pinnick remains committed to supporting the country's role in the tournament.
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