Super Eagles midfielder, Alex Iwobi, has expressed unwavering confidence in the team’s commitment to securing qualification for the 2026 World Cup. With Nigeria set to face Lesotho at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo on Thursday, Iwobi shared insights into the team’s preparation in an interview with COMPLETE SPORTS.<\/p>\n
Iwobi emphasized the collective effort of the players, stating, “I would like to be at the World Cup again. Not just me alone but the whole team. We are going to put 100% to make sure we get another chance to bring the nation joy and the sense of pride that we represent the team at the World Cup hopefully again.”<\/p>\n
Highlighting the team’s rigorous training regime leading up to the crucial match against Lesotho, Iwobi reassured fans that the players are fully focused on the task at hand. He noted, “Today\u2019s training wasn\u2019t too intense as we prepare for Lesotho. Everyone has arrived in camp, and we are really preparing for the game. I am sure we will analyze them and get the result that will make us qualify.”<\/p>\n
Acknowledging the depth and quality of the squad, Iwobi emphasized the importance of a squad mentality, stating, “It\u2019s a blessing that we have lots of players and lots of quality in the side. Everyone is going to be needed. That\u2019s why it is a squad mentality.”<\/p>\n
As the Super Eagles gear up for the World Cup qualifiers, Iwobi’s optimism and dedication reflect the team’s collective spirit and determination to represent Nigeria on the global stage.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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