World Cup qualifiers: Minister summons NFF over S’Eagles poor results

Minister of Sports Development John Owan Enoh has demanded a detailed technical report from the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) on the Super Eagles’ poor results in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.

This was contained in a statement by issued by the Special Assistant to the Minister on Media, Diana-Mary Nsan, on Monday, June 10, 2024.

The Super Eagles managed to secure only one point from a possible six, following a 1-1 draw with South Africa in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, and losing 2-1 to Benin Republic in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire, in the third and fourth game in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying series.

These results leave the Super Eagles with just three points from a possible 12.

The minister expressed dissatisfaction with the results, especially considering the support the NFF had received from the federal government.

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Enoh stated: “The recent results are unacceptable, in spite of the immense support from President Tinubu and the high expectations of Nigerian football fans, the Super Eagles have underperformed.

“The NFF must provide a comprehensive technical report explaining the reasons behind this poor showing, and give cause why there mustn’t be consequences for the disappointment.”

Enoh emphasised that Nigerian football fans demand and deserve answers and accountability from the NFF.

“Our supporters are passionate and devoted. They deserve an explanation for why our national team has not been performing to the expected standards since after the last AFCON,” the minister added.

The Star