The Nigerian national football team, the Super Eagles, will resume training tonight after a brief strike over unpaid bonuses and allowances. The team’s media officer, Promise Efoghe, confirmed that the training session will commence at 5pm local time. This development comes after a meeting between senior players, the technical crew, and officials of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) to resolve the payment issues.
The dispute, which began on Tuesday, has been put aside as the team focuses on the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs. A reliable source within the team’s camp indicated that the players are now committed to their preparations for the tournament. The Super Eagles are set to face the Panthers of Gabon in the first semi-final of the playoffs in Rabat on Thursday, with the match scheduled to kick off at 5pm Nigerian time.
The highly anticipated encounter is a crucial step towards the team’s qualification for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The playoffs will determine the African representatives for the global tournament, and the Super Eagles are determined to secure a spot. The team’s resolve to continue their preparations despite the initial setback demonstrates their commitment to achieving their goal.
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has been working to address the payment issues that led to the strike. The resolution of the dispute is a welcome development, as it allows the team to focus on their upcoming matches without distractions. The Super Eagles’ participation in the 2026 FIFA World Cup playoffs is significant, not only for the team but also for Nigerian football fans who are eager to see their national team compete on the global stage.
As the team prepares to take on the Panthers of Gabon, fans are optimistic about their chances of advancing to the next round of the playoffs. The Super Eagles’ performance in the tournament will be closely watched, and their success will depend on their ability to work together as a team and overcome any challenges that come their way. With their training resumed and their focus back on the task at hand, the Super Eagles are ready to face the next hurdle in their quest for World Cup qualification.