Maduka Okoye Labeled "Cardi B" by Fan After Match

During a match in Uyo, a fan humorously referred to Nigerian goalkeeper Maduka Okoye as "Cardi B," coinciding with rumors of a romantic relationship between Okoye and American rapper Cardi B. This moment occurred shortly after Okoye's team had defeated Madagascar.

The fan's shout was captured on video and quickly gained traction on social media, prompting various reactions from Nigerians. The speculation about Okoye and Cardi B's relationship intensified after a video surfaced showing them together in Milan days before the match.

Neither Okoye nor Cardi B had confirmed or denied the rumors at the time of the incident. Additionally, Okoye's ex-lover and baby mama made social media posts that seemed directed at him, referencing his alleged absence as a father, further keeping him in the public eye leading up to the match.