Amedspor's Orban Faces Eligibility Issues for Nigeria
Amedspor striker Orban, who is currently joint-top of the Turkish Super Lig scoring chart with seven goals, has not played for Nigeria's Super Eagles due to unresolved eligibility issues. His last involvement with Nigeria was in 2023 when he received his first call-up from Portuguese coach José Peseiro for a 2023 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against São Tomé and Príncipe.
Although he trained with the squad, he did not play due to an injury, and the NFF cited a petition from the Togolese Football Federation questioning his eligibility. Orban, born in Benue State to a Nigerian father and Togolese mother, has consistently denied representing Togo.
A source within the NFF indicated that the federation's cautious approach stems from the potential for further petitions. Reports suggest that the eligibility issue may have been resolved, but this claim could not be verified on FIFA’s Change of Association Platform.
Orban has expressed his desire to play for Nigeria, dismissing any interest from Togo.
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