Nigerian football fans have expressed mixed emotions after the Super Eagles settled for a 1-1 draw against South Africa during their 2026 World Cup qualifying match on Tuesday.
The encounter in Bloemfontein saw captain William Troost-Ekong accidentally score an own goal, while Calvin Bassey secured a strike for Nigeria, resulting in both teams sharing the points.
With the draw, Nigeria remains six points behind Group C leaders, South Africa, and now faces a challenging path to qualify, with just two matches remaining in the series.
Supporters quickly took to X (formerly Twitter) to share their opinions on the game, many criticizing the team’s performance and tactical decisions.
Some notable reactions include:
@thornsport: Criticized the tactical setup, questioning the positioning of Lookman and Dessers, and pointing out the defensive vulnerabilities with Ekong.
@Stacktopack: Highlighted broader issues in Nigerian football, emphasizing poor leadership, lack of proper planning, and the need to overhaul grassroots scouting and coaching.
@Deucez144525: Simply stated, “The Super Eagles have fallen.”
@Jhokzy: Called the performance “a hall of shame” and questioned the team’s World Cup qualification prospects.
@michaelOLite: Focused on missed scoring opportunities, urging Tolu and Lookman to improve their finishing and suggesting a return to club duties for better form.
@FactssHistory: Expressed concern over the tough road ahead, noting that even second place may be out of reach without favorable results from other matches.
@neyodabrain: Criticized the team for lacking ambition and readiness for the World Cup.
@Dejilyeee: Questioned coaching decisions, including starting Dessers over other strikers and benching Chukwueze.
@Adikastakes: Labeled the squad as “disappointing,” stressing that despite the star-studded lineup, tangible results have been lacking.
With only two matches left, the Super Eagles will need strong performances and some favorable results from other Group C fixtures to keep their World Cup hopes alive.
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