Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has shared a cryptic post as returnee Maduka Okoye continues to eye the No.1 spot.
Okoye was Nigeria’s first-choice at the 2021 Africa Cup of Nations, but an error in the Round of 16 saw him lose his grip on the position.
Shortly before the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations, Chippa United goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali earned a national team call-up, and he has since remained the Nigerian No.1 goalkeeper.
Having impressed with the Italian side of the Udinese this season, Augustine Eguavoen recalled Okoye back into the Super Eagles fold after the goalkeeper had been away for two years.
The 25-year-old admitted that Nwabali has already set a standard but believes he can still reclaim his position as the first-choice goalkeeper. Okoye said via Daily Post:
“Yeah, of course, this is what I want, but Stanley (Nwabali) set a high point with a great AFCON.
“I’m just patiently waiting, and trying to do my best in training and impress the staff as much as possible.”
Reacting to Okoye’s remarks, Nwabali, who is expected to start against the Knights of Libya, threw a jibe at his rival.
Nwabali shared footage of himself in training and added the caption:...Read Full Article [Click Here>]
“Make sure you disappoint an entitled person today.”
National team handler Eguavoen named both goalkeepers in his 23-man squad for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations doubleheader against Libya.
Amas Obasogie of Fasil Kenema SC, Ethiopia, is the third goalie that made the squad.
