Ex-Monaco Star Criticizes Super Eagles as World Cup Qualification at Risk
Former Super Eagles forward Victor Ikpeba criticized the current Nigerian squad's performance in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, expressing concerns about their mentality and hunger for success. Nigeria faces the risk of losing its World Cup ticket to South Africa as it sits in third place in Group C, trailing behind Benin Republic and South Africa.
Ikpeba highlighted the team's struggle against perceived minnows and emphasized the importance of better performance to secure qualification. The ex-Monaco star urged the players to translate their European club form into success on the international stage, stressing the need for victories in upcoming matches to keep Nigeria's World Cup hopes alive.
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