Akpeyi Backs Nwabali to Reclaim Super Eagles No.1 Goalkeeper Spot

Stanley Nwabali has signed to rejoin Chippa United in the South African Premiership. This ends his five-month break from football. Former Super Eagles keeper Daniel Akpeyi says Nwabali still has what it takes to be Nigeria’s No.1. He told reporters that his absence was down to his employment status, not a decline in ability, and expects him to win back the coaches’ trust soon. Nwabali stepped away from the game to cope with the loss of both parents and his grandmother. He now returns with renewed focus and determination to rebuild his career. The battle for Nigeria’s starting goalkeeper spot is wide open. Maduka Okoye, Arthur Okonkwo and Francis Uzoho all impressed in his absence. Nwabali will need top performances to secure the No.1 jersey before the 2027 AFCON qualifiers.

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