Nigeria vs Madagascar: 'It'll never happen again' - Ndidi on World Cup misfortune - Daily Post Nigeria

Wilfred Ndidi, captain of the Super Eagles, emphasized the importance of a strong start in their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against Madagascar in Uyo, following Nigeria's failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup. He stated that the team has learned from this recent setback and is committed to avoiding a poor beginning, focusing on securing maximum points in their group. Nigeria is in Group L with Madagascar, Guinea-Bissau, and Tanzania, with Tanzania already qualified as a co-host. Ndidi highlighted that the team prioritizes their own performance over the pressure from other teams.