Troost-Ekong Set to Quit Super Eagles Before AFCON 2025

Captain Troost-Ekong of the Super Eagles is considering the possibility of retiring internationally.

Following the team's failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong is allegedly thinking about retiring from international football. The seasoned defender might not be included in the team for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco in December, according to reputable and credible journalist MikeThePundit.

Troost-Ekong set to quit Super Eagles before AFCON 2025

GistReel Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong is reportedly considering ending his international career after Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. According to journalist MikeThePundit, Ekong told teammates after the shootout loss to DR Congo that he might step away from the squad. Dressing-room hint at exit The defender was quoted as saying, “I will watch you as a fan at the AFCON,” signalling a potential retirement ah…

Retirement: Super Eagles star set to quit before AFCON 2025 after World Cup heartbreak - Soccernet NG

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong is reportedly considering drawing the curtain on his international career following Nigeria’s painful exit from the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers, Soccernet.ng reports. The team’s shootout defeat to DR Congo in the CAF playoff final in Morocco sealed their fate, and may have signalled the end of a decade-long international journey for one of Nigeria’s most influential leaders. According to CAF-accredite…

AFCON 2025: Super Eagles captain Troost-Ekong could miss Nigeria’s quest for a fourth African title

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong could miss AFCON 2025, a major setback as Nigeria begin their push for a fourth title after last year’s near miss.