Sunday Oliseh Sounds the Alarm over Nigeria’s Fading 2026 FIFA World Cup Hopes
The former head coach of the Super Eagles, Sunday Oliseh, has expressed his grave concern over the team’s dismal performance in the qualifying rounds for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. A missed opportunity to feature in the tournament would have devastating consequences for the team and its fans.
As the current campaign stands, Nigeria’s Super Eagles have registered a dismal record, managing just three points from four matches. This puts them at the bottom of their group, Group C. The situation is far from encouraging, and Oliseh fears the emotional toll of missing out on the World Cup once again.
When asked about the potential for Africa to be represented by as many as ten teams in the upcoming World Cup, Oliseh acknowledged the magnitude of the blow it would be for Nigeria to miss out. He believes that it would be a catastrophe for the nation’s football enthusiasts and the players themselves.
Oliseh drew parallels with his personal experience of watching the 2022 World Cup from the sidelines, serving as a member of the FIFA study group for six weeks. He described the experience as deeply painful, admitting that it was tough to watch the tournament unfold without Nigeria’s presence.
As the Super Eagles prepare to face Rwanda in a crucial qualifying match in March 2025, the pressure is mounting for the team to turn their fortunes around and reclaim their place on the world stage. This matchup could be the turning point in their campaign, but the stakes are high.
