Super Eagles Captain Confirms Protest Over Unpaid Allowances Ahead of 2026 World Cup

Super Eagles Captain Troost-Ekong clarified the team's protest over unpaid bonuses, refuting claims of boycotting training for extra payments. The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) had not paid the team their allowances, leading to the protest in Morocco.

The team is set to face Gabon in the semi-final of the African playoff for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. Troost-Ekong dismissed reports of demanding additional bonuses and emphasized the players' focus on the upcoming matches.