Uncertainty Surrounds William Troost-Ekong’s Retirement from Super Eagles After Africa Cup of Nations Opinions
As the football world gears up for next year’s Africa Cup of Nations competition in Morocco, Super Eagles Captain William Troost-Ekong has quashed speculative retirement rumors surrounding his fate in the national team. With the 31-year-old defender being the eldest in the squad, speculators had anticipated his pending departure from the team at a tender age.
During his pre-match press conference earlier Sunday, Troost-Ekong expressed his heartfelt dedication to the Super Eagles ahead of their crucial AFC qualification match against Rwanda next day at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, a testament to his boundless enthusiasm for the Beautiful Game.
This development comes as Africa Cup of Nations qualifying has recently concluded, with numerous surprises and twists leaving their imprint on the competition table. As the most valuably played player in previous AFC tournaments, Troost-Ekong emphasized against considering retirement, deeming any such thoughts premature without taking into account his actual soccer skill.
“They say it’s a regular inquiry from Nigerians,”
Cue Troost-Ekong’s candid response: “I find it a bit too rushed.”
Furthermore stating: I’m 31, working harder than ever before”—therein lies the reason we shouldn’t jump quickly” To these, he said,”” As to what happens next it could be a little, in 12 months ––we will discuss all” Troost-Ekong elaborated on his commitment of making the 2022 national team, he hinted further.
For clarity, Troost-Ekong has clarified regarding future with the national and international teams, that neither a single individual will fully influence the decision; we anticipate a team discussion within and after the event period we will have to give notice to the team.
Moreover, Troost Ekong has expressed a determined interest in participating in his third Africa Cup of the Year 2025 before pursuing the 2023 soccer World Cup in USA––and will know a little bit later,” The captain concluded, signifying his readiness to achieve objectives.
