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The Digest: Nigeria's quest for a fourth Africa Cup of Nations title faces a significant leadership challenge as captain William Troost-Ekong reportedly considers international retirement following the World Cup qualifying heartbreak against DR Congo. The potential departure of the experienced...

The Digest: Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong and teammate Samuel Chukwueze have reflected on Victor Osimhen's dramatic extra-time performance against Gabon, emphasizing their support after his late regulation-time miss that nearly cost Nigeria the match. Key Points: Victor Osimhen missed...

The Digest: Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has confirmed that all outstanding financial issues with the Nigeria Football Federation have been settled. The resolution comes after players boycotted training over unpaid allowances, allowing the squad to refocus on their crucial World...

The Digest: Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has publicly addressed the team's training boycott in Morocco, calling for focus on the crucial Gabon match while clarifying that players are only seeking rightful payments. The entire squad and officials refused to train over unpaid...

The Digest: Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong endured a difficult match, scoring an own goal that contributed to his club Al Kholood's 3-2 home defeat. Key Points: Troost-Ekong scored an own goal in the 32nd minute. The error gave NEOM SC a 2-1 lead just before halftime. Al Kholood...

The Digest: Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has declared Nigeria’s determination to win the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, using the painful memory of their 2023 final defeat as motivation. In an exclusive interview, the defender emphasized that the squad is wiser, more...

The Digest: Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has sparked reactions after showcasing a customized 24-karat gold-plated iPhone 17 on social media. The luxury device, estimated to cost between ₦7 million and ₦12.5 million, features his name and jersey number, reflecting the elevated...

The Digest: Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has expressed a determined optimism as Nigeria prepares for the CAF World Cup qualifying play-offs in Morocco next month. While acknowledging the team would have preferred an automatic ticket, the captain emphasized resilience and readiness...

The Digest: Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has declared his squad ready to “make names for themselves” and fight until the final whistle in today’s decisive World Cup qualifier against the Benin Republic, acknowledging their fate isn’t entirely in their hands but vowing to control...

The Digest: Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has issued a rallying cry, declaring the team's unwavering determination to fight for a 2026 World Cup qualification spot in their final two matches. Key Points: Captain Troost-Ekong stated the team is "optimistic" and will "always...

The Digest: The Nigeria Football Federation has taken the unusual step of publicly singling out players Cyriel Dessers and captain William Troost-Ekong for criticism following the Super Eagles’ 1-1 draw with South Africa. The draw severely damages Nigeria’s chances of qualifying for the 2026...