AFCON qualifiers: 'You can't step up' - Ikpeba slams 3 Super Eagles' stars after Guinea-Bissau defeat

Victor Ikpeba criticized Nigerian forwards Ademola Lookman, Akor Adams, and Taiwo Awoniyi after their 3-0 defeat to Guinea-Bissau in the 2027 AFCON qualifiers. He expressed disappointment with the performance of some established players and suggested that young players like Ilenikhena and Usor should have started the match. Ikpeba also highlighted the immense pressure on the Nigerian team and defended former coaches Peseiro and Rohr against criticism. Nigeria is now second in Group L with three points, behind Guinea-Bissau with six.