Mikel Obi Criticizes NFF's AFCON Preparations
Former Chelsea player Mikel Obi expressed dissatisfaction with the Nigeria Football Federation's (NFF) preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. He raised concerns about the team's performance in a pre-AFCON friendly against Egypt, emphasizing the need for concrete plans.
The NFF faced criticism for inadequate planning, especially after Nigeria failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Additionally, there were allegations of player ineligibility during recent African World Cup playoffs involving DR Congo.
Obi's remarks shed light on the challenges facing Nigerian football ahead of major tournaments.
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