Nigerian-Eligible Star Owen Goodman Picks Canada Over Nigeria, Ignoring NFF Invitation

Owen Goodman, a former Nigeria U20 invitee, has chosen to represent the Canadian senior national football team over Nigeria, despite earlier interactions with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). Goodman, who was born in London to Nigerian parents, moved to Canada at a young age and is now eligible to play for the Canadian senior team.

This decision comes amidst Nigeria's efforts to recruit foreign-born talents like Joe Aribo and Semi Ajayi. Additionally, Liverpool's youth striker, Joshua Sonni Lambi, is also facing international allegiance dilemmas.

Goodman's choice highlights concerns over delays in integrating foreign-born players into the Nigerian national team setup.