World Cup 2026: Why Nigeria failed to qualify - Ex-Super Eagles defender Efe Sodje

Author: Don SilasPublished on: June 7, 2026Country: Nigeria

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World Cup 2026: Why Nigeria failed to qualify - Ex-Super Eagles defender Efe Sodje

Former Super Eagles defender Efe Sodje has explained why Nigeria failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He blamed the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) for poor structure and decision-making. Nigeria was eliminated by the Democratic Republic of Congo in a penalty shootout during the CAF qualification campaign. The team will now focus on the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers.

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