Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen, has extended an apology to Nigerians following the team’s unsuccessful bid to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
The Napoli forward shared his thoughts on Sunday via X, as reported by CAF-accredited photojournalist Pooja, discussing the mood within the Super Eagles camp and the expectations surrounding the national team.
Osimhen acknowledged the high expectations from fans but emphasized that neither the players nor the coaching staff feel burdened by pressure, expressing confidence in the squad’s quality.
“The expectation is really high, not just within the camp but also from the Super Eagles fans all over the world. I think inasmuch as the expectation is high, there is not a single pressure among my teammates, myself and also the coach because we know the kind of quality we possess,” he said.
He described the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations as a chance for the team to make amends and restore the faith of supporters after the World Cup disappointment.
“This AFCON is an opportunity for us to try to right our wrongs, to try to make the Super Eagles fans all over the world believe that there is so much more that we can give,” Osimhen added.
The striker also used the occasion to apologise directly to Nigerians for missing out on the World Cup, recognizing the frustration and disappointment experienced by fans nationwide.
“We’re so sorry, we have to use the opportunity to say we’re so sorry for not getting the World Cup ticket. I know the disappointment on the faces of a lot of Nigerian fans. Life has happened, so we have to keep it moving,” he stated.
