Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has talked up Nigeria’s prospect of winning a fourth African title at the 2025 AFCON in Morocco following the draw on Monday in Rabat. Three-time African champions Nigeria were handed a tricky draw for the group stages of the 2025 AFCON tournament in Morocco, lining up in Group C with Tunisia as well as two …

Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has shed more light on his altercation with former coach Jose Peseiro, admitting that he was not on talking terms with the Portuguese gaffer months before the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Ivory Coast. Earlier in February, while the AFCON was ongoing, Troost-Ekong revealed how he considered walking away from international football following disagreements …

The Super Eagles trio of Williams Troost-Ekong, Ola Aina and Ademola Lookman, have been included in the AFCON 2023 Team of the Tournament after Nigeria finished second in the Cup of Nations tournament in Ivory Coast. Jose Peseiro led the team to the final as they were unbeaten all through the tournament until the final game against the hosts. Several …

Super Eagles vice captain, William Troost-Ekong has said the team is battle-ready for the game against Cote d’Ivoire. Troost-Ekong and his teammates must avoid defeat against the Elephants to stay in contention for a place in the Round of 16. Jean-Louis Gasset’s men will enjoy the support of their vociferous fans at the Alassanne Quattara Stadium. The atmosphere is expected …

Super Eagles vice-captain, William Troost-Ekong has rated compatriot Victor Osimhen as the best striker in the world following the Napoli forward’s impressive performance so far this season. The 24-year-old has been in scintillating form this season and has scored an astonishing 19 goals in 22 league games. Osimhen’s impressive form earned him the league’s best player of the month for January, …

Super Eagles of Nigeria defender, William Troost-Ekong on Monday, bade farewell to Watford as he inches closer to completing a move to Italian Serie A side, Salernitana. The 29-year-old national team vice-captain is set to agree on a six-month loan deal that would include the option for Salernitana to make the transfer permanent at the end of the season. The …