Ndidi: Missing World Cup Was Painful, But Super Eagles Will Bounce Back
Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi has expressed deep disappointment over Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup after finishing behind South Africa, Benin and others in their group. This marks the second consecutive time the three-time African champions have missed the tournament. Speaking ahead of a friendly against Portugal, Ndidi admitted the pain of missing out but stressed the need to focus on future success. “Missing out on the World Cup is really, really sad,” he said. “But we cannot dwell on what we’ve missed; our aim now is to look forward and work hard together.” The midfielder outlined a shift in mentality across the squad, with a new philosophy to qualify for every competition and deliver consistent performances. He urged supporters to stay behind the team as they prepare for upcoming challenges.
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