Nigeria: Answers Demanded After ‘Unacceptable’ Results in 2026 World Cup Qualifiers

Abuja, Nigeria – The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) is facing intense scrutiny after the Super Eagles’ disappointing performance in the first round of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers. The team suffered embarrassing defeats against minnows Chad (0-1) and Sao Tome and Principe (0-2), prompting widespread condemnation from fans and the media. “These results are unacceptable,” said NFF President Amaju Pinnick. “We need to demand answers from the team and its technical staff.” The NFF has launched an investigation into the team’s poor showing, with questions being raised about the tactics, player selection, and the overall preparedness of the squad. “We need to identify the reasons behind these failures and make sure they don’t happen again,” said former Super Eagles coach Stephen Keshi. “The NFF must take responsibility for these results.” Coaches Gernot Rohr and Jose Peseiro have both come under fire, with calls growing for their dismissal. Rohr was in charge during the Chad loss, while Peseiro oversaw the defeat to Sao Tome and Principe. “The coaches must shoulder some of the blame,” said former Nigeria international Nwankwo Kanu. “They need to take a hard look at themselves and make the necessary changes.” The NFF is also facing criticism for its handling of the team’s preparations. The Super Eagles had only two training sessions before the Chad game, and the players were said to be lacking match fitness. “The NFF needs to do a better job of preparing the team for important matches,” said former goalkeeper Vincent Enyeama. “They need to provide the players with the resources and support they need to succeed.” With the second round of qualifiers approaching, the NFF is under pressure to turn things around. Failure to do so could jeopardize Nigeria’s chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup. “We need to restore the pride of the Super Eagles,” said Pinnick. “We have a lot of work to do, but we are determined to get Nigeria back on track.”Nigeria’s dismal World Cup qualifying campaign has prompted the nation’s Sports Ministry to demand an explanation from the football federation. The Super Eagles’ latest setback, a 2-1 defeat against Benin, has left them at the bottom of their group with just three points from four games.Nigeria’s dismal World Cup qualifying campaign has prompted the nation’s Sports Ministry to demand an explanation from the football federation. The Super Eagles’ latest setback, a 2-1 defeat against Benin, has left them at the bottom of their group with just three points from four games. “Our fans are passionate and devoted,” said Sports Minister Senator John Owan Enoh. “They deserve an explanation.” Nigeria’s World Cup misery follows their failure to qualify for the 2022 tournament in Qatar. The Eagles were also runners-up in this year’s Africa Cup of Nations. The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) has been asked to provide a full report on the team’s poor performance. “The recent results are unacceptable,” Enoh said. “The NFF must explain why there should be no consequences.” The Super Eagles have not won any of their last seven World Cup qualifying matches.Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup has sparked widespread outrage and calls for accountability. The Super Eagles’ humiliating exit in the qualifying campaign has left fans and experts alike demanding answers. The team’s performance was deemed “unacceptable” by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), who have launched an investigation into the matter. The federation has promised to take “decisive action” against anyone found responsible for the dismal results. Critics have pointed to a number of factors contributing to Nigeria’s failure, including poor preparation, lack of technical depth, and inadequate management. Some have even accused the NFF of corruption and incompetence. The investigation is expected to cover all aspects of the team’s preparations and performance during the qualifying campaign. The NFF has vowed to leave no stone unturned in its quest to identify the root causes of the failure. Meanwhile, fans and stakeholders are demanding an overhaul of the Nigerian football system. They believe that the current structure is outdated and incapable of producing the results that the country deserves. The fallout from the World Cup failure is expected to have far-reaching consequences for Nigerian football. The NFF is facing intense pressure to implement sweeping reforms, while the team itself will need to undergo a significant rebuilding process to restore its former glory.