Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi has acknowledged the tense situation surrounding Nigeria’s qualification campaign, describing the mood within the squad as hopeful but cautious. According to him, the players are closely monitoring developments as they await a clear outcome in the race for a ticket to the tournament, which will be hosted jointly by the United States, Canada and Mexico.
The Super Eagles’ qualification prospects have been complicated by mixed results in their qualifying group, leaving the team reliant on favourable outcomes and possible administrative decisions to keep their hopes alive. Despite the uncertainty, Iwobi said the players remain optimistic that Nigeria can still find a pathway to the World Cup.
“We are still waiting. Hopefully we can go to the World Cup,” the midfielder said, admitting that the situation has been emotionally challenging for the squad.
Iwobi, who represented Nigeria at the 2018 FIFA World Cup in Russia, noted that while winning the Africa Cup of Nations is a major milestone for any player, the World Cup holds a unique significance. He stressed that several players in the current Super Eagles squad are yet to experience the global showpiece and are eager for the opportunity.
Nigeria’s football authorities are also understood to be working behind the scenes, exploring administrative and regulatory options linked to ongoing qualification disputes. The Nigeria Football Federation is reportedly determined to exhaust all available avenues in its bid to keep the country’s World Cup dream alive.
As the situation unfolds, players and fans alike remain in suspense, with Nigeria’s final qualification fate yet to be firmly decided.