Captain William Ekong has again backed the Super Eagles to win the 2025 AFCON in Morocco as well as qualify for the 2026 World Cup.
Last year, the Super Eagles were beaten in the final of the 2023 AFCON by hosts Cote d’Ivoire
Ekong said that has made the team more determined to achieve “something truly special”.
“With the group of players we have now – immensely talented and motivated – our focus is to win the next AFCON and ensure Nigeria is present at the 2026 World Cup,” the Saudi Arabia-based defender said in an interview.
“We came close last time (to win the 2023 AFCON), and that experience has made us even hungrier.
“As captain, the goal is even more personal.
“We want to bring joy to Nigerians by achieving something truly special.”
For the 2025 AFCON, the Super Eagles are drawn in a first round group that has Tunisia, Uganda and Tanzania.
They are fourth in their World Cup qualifying group, but hope South Africa’s lead at the top of the group is reduced should they be docked three points and three goals for fielding an ineligble player.
