Qatar 2022: Super Eagles vice-captain promises better performance

Following Nigeria’s earliest defeat yesterday, the vice-captain of the team, William Troost-Ekong has promised to show up stronger for in the subsequent tournament.

The Black Stars of Ghana tied away from home against the Super Eagles on Tuesday 29, after a goaless draw in Abuja.

The away goal rule however, favoured the Ghanians as Thomas Partey opened the scoresheet with a brilliant shot off the armpits of the Eagles’ goalkeeper.

Despite Ekong’s goal from the penalty spot to make it 1-1, Nigeria will not be showing at the Qatar 2022 World Cup.

Ekong posted on Facebook saying, “To all Nigerians, on behalf of the team, we want to apologise for not securing the World Cup ticket.

“Despite giving it everything possible, it wasn’t meant to be.

“First and foremost, as Nigerians, we share your emotions and we take our responsibility as a group.

“We sincerely thank the Nigerian fans for their overwhelming support, the NFF President who did everything possible to make the qualification happen and of course the Minister.

“A bitter pill to swallow but believe me we will be back better and stronger!”