Nnadi credits Uzoho and Nwabali for helping him adapt to Super Eagles
Tochukwu Nnadi has praised goalkeepers Francis Uzoho and Stanley Nwabali for supporting his transition into the Super Eagles squad. The midfielder highlighted the importance of familiarity and close relationships within the team during his senior international debut at the Africa Cup of Nations. Nnadi shared that both goalkeepers played crucial roles in helping him settle quickly, with Uzoho being a former academy mate and Nwabali his roommate. He also mentioned that his debut was a personal milestone achieved through perseverance.
Match highlights
- Tochukwu Nnadi made his senior debut for Nigeria in the final group stage match against Uganda, playing 14 minutes.
- He credited Francis Uzoho and Stanley Nwabali for helping him adjust to the Super Eagles setup.
- Nnadi said he would dedicate his debut to himself, acknowledging his hard work and long journey.
- He previously represented Nigeria at the youth level and played in all five matches at the 2023 FIFA U-20 World Cup.
- His inclusion in the Super Eagles squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations was unexpected, and he hopes for more opportunities as the tournament progresses.
