Idah says NFF mishandled Troost-Ekong’s Super Eagles retirement
Former Nigeria goalkeeper Peterside Idah has criticised the Nigeria Football Federation’s handling of William Troost-Ekong’s retirement from international football. Idah claims the federation forced the defender out, rather than allowing him to retire on his own terms. The situation arose after Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 World Cup and amid internal squad tensions over unpaid bonuses. Idah believes the exit could have been managed better, especially with the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations approaching.
Match highlights
- Peterside Idah alleges that the NFF “sacrificed” William Troost-Ekong and did not let him retire voluntarily.
- The 32-year-old’s retirement came soon after Nigeria’s World Cup qualification loss to DR Congo in Morocco.
- Tensions in the squad were high, with players boycotting training over unpaid bonuses before the playoff.
- Idah remains confident in the team’s leadership, highlighting Wilfred Ndidi, Victor Osimhen, and Alex Iwobi as key figures.
- Nigeria’s AFCON 2025 Group C fixtures are set for December 23, December 27, and December 30 against Tanzania, Tunisia, and Uganda.
