2026 WCQ: We want to beat Zimbabwe – Super Eagles captain Troost-Ekong
Captain William Troost-Ekong says the Super Eagles are fully focused on their clash with the Warriors of Zimbabwe.
Nigeria will face Michael Nees’ side in a 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matchday six encounter at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Tuesday.
The Super Eagles revitalised their qualifying campaign with a 2-0 victory over Rwanda last Friday.
Troost-Ekong stated that the players have put that win behind them and are fully prepared for the challenge against Zimbabwe.
“The win over Rwanda is in the past. We are now 100% focused on the game against Zimbabwe tomorrow. Against a motivated Zimbabwean side, we just want to rise to the occasion and win,” the centre-back told a press conference.
“We have experienced and ambitious players in the team, but we also spoke about the significance of playing at the World Cup. Our targets are very clear.”
Head coach Eric Chelle took charge of the Super Eagles for the first time against Rwanda.
Troost-Ekong noted that the players are adapting to the coach’s tactics.
“We are working on adjusting to the coach’s tactics. We have enough quality, and we saw that against Rwanda. It’s a process, and we just need to deliver against Zimbabwe tomorrow,” he added.
2026 WCQ: We want to beat Zimbabwe – Super Eagles captain Troost-Ekong
