Bonfrere: Unity Cup Win a Boost, But World Cup Snub Still Hurts

The Super Eagles sealed a 3-0 victory over Jamaica in the Unity Cup final, thanks to Alhassan Yusuf’s early strike and Terem Moffi’s second-half brace. Former coach Jo Bonfrere praised the trophy win but said it could not erase the pain of Nigeria missing the 2026 World Cup in North America. At 79, the Dutch tactician reflected on Nigeria’s rich football heritage and warned that both the nation and global fans will feel the Super Eagles’ absence on football’s biggest stage. The 2026 FIFA World Cup kicks off on June 11 across Mexico, the USA and Canada, but the Super Eagles will watch from home.

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