Golden Eaglets Coach Uwejamomere Seeks Forgiveness After World Cup Exit

Golden Eaglets head coach Eboboritse Uwejamomere has appealed to Nigerians for forgiveness after the team's failure to qualify for the 2027 FIFA U-17 World Cup. This disappointment followed Nigeria's elimination at the 2026 WAFU-B U-17 Championship in Burkina Faso, confirmed on Saturday after a 1-1 draw with Côte d’Ivoire in their final Group B match at the Stade du 4 Août in Ouagadougou.

Nigeria's campaign began poorly with a 2-1 defeat to Niger Republic, leaving them with just one point from two matches and unable to reach the semi-finals. Uwejamomere expressed his shared disappointment with fans, stating that both players and coaching staff felt the same frustration.

The team needed a victory against Côte d’Ivoire to keep their hopes alive but struggled to convert opportunities, with Abiodun John equalizing only in the 84th minute. Ultimately, Nigeria finished bottom of Group B with one point, having scored twice and conceded three goals across their matches.