Troost-Ekong reflects on life after Super Eagles retirement
Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has opened up about missing his time with the Nigerian national team. The 32-year-old defender, who retired from international football, shared his feelings during a roundtable discussion with current Super Eagles players. Troost-Ekong highlighted the strong bond he shared with his teammates and admitted that watching the team from afar has been challenging. Despite his nostalgia, he expressed contentment with his decision to retire.
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- William Troost-Ekong retired from international football in December 2025 after a decade with the Super Eagles.
- He captained Nigeria, won AFCON and Olympic medals, and became one of the country's most influential defenders.
- Troost-Ekong made his Super Eagles debut under the late Stephen Keshi in June 2015.
- At the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Côte d’Ivoire, he led Nigeria to the final, scored three goals, and was named the tournament’s Best Player.
- He ended his international career with 83 caps, eight goals, an Olympic bronze medal from Rio 2016, and AFCON silver and bronze medals.
