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Troost-Ekong Takes Blame for Mistake in Super Eagles’ Draw Against Zimbabwe
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has admitted fault for the mistake that led to Zimbabwe’s last-minute equaliser in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday.
Victor Osimhen had put Nigeria ahead in the 74th minute after connecting with a cross from Ola Aina. However, Zimbabwe leveled the score in stoppage time when Tawanda Chirewa slipped past Troost-Ekong and fired the ball past goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali.
Troost-Ekong, who was named the Most Valuable Player at the 2023 AFCON, faced backlash on social media for allowing Chirewa to get through so easily.
Addressing the criticism on X, the former Watford defender wrote, “I take responsibility. Same target ahead. We’ll do it together! Nigeria Super Eagles.”
The draw puts Nigeria’s qualification hopes at risk, with the team now sitting in fourth place in Group C with six points, behind group leaders South Africa.
Nigerian footballer and former captain William Troost-Ekong revealed the standout player for him in the South African team during this World Cup.
He shared that Mbekezile Mbokazi really stood out in the World Cup match against Canada.
Despite their loss, he praised the team’s performance. “It speaks volumes that Mbokazi [Mbekezile] was the best player on the South African team. I believe Okon also had considerable possession of the ball.”
Poland footballer Robert Lewandowski’s new club has officially been revealed.
It can be noted that the player was involved in the ongoing summer transfer window, with negotiations taking place over his future.
The footballer will be joining Chicago Fire. It can be recalled that he visited the club two weeks ago, and the move has now been confirmed. The information was shared by football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano.
Former footballer Zlatan Ibrahimović speaks on the FIFA World Cup and states which African team countries should watch out for.
During a recent interview, the former player shared that Ivory Coast should be one of the teams to look out for.
“They can be dangerous. It is a very good team. They lost against Germany, but that game could have been a draw or even a win.
“So, it’s not like they came out of the group with one loss because of a bad game against Germany. They played a good game against Germany and could easily have gotten a point against them.”
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