Nigerian Goalkeeper Nwabali Supported to Retain Super Eagles Starting Role Ahead of World Cup Playoff

Nigerian goalkeeper Stanlei Nwabali is backed to maintain his position as the Super Eagles' first-choice goalkeeper over Maduka Okoye for the World Cup playoff against Gabon. Okoye, who recently returned to Udinese after a suspension, faces stiff competition from Nwabali, who impressed during the AFCON despite a drop in form.

Super Eagles legend Ikepba has advised coach Eric Chell not to make changes to the winning team. The playoff match will take place in Morocco, with Nigeria potentially facing DR Congo or Cameroon in the final playoff.

Nwabali's pitch behavior and performance have been under scrutiny, but he has received support from Nigerian fans.