AFCON 2027Q: Keep crying - Nwabali fires back at critics after Super Eagles return

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali responded to critics after being included in the squad for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. He posted a video of his penalty saves against Egypt at the 2025 AFCON, captioning it: "I’m back, it’s time to keep crying." His national team prospects changed after leaving Chippa United in February 2026 without securing a new club, leading to a loss of his spot as Maduka Okoye and Arthur Okonkwo emerged as contenders.