Super Eagles Boycott Training 48 Hours to Gabon Showdown Over Unpaid Allowances
Barely two days to Nigeria’s decisive World Cup playoff against Gabon, the Super Eagles camp has been thrown into turmoil as players boycotted training in protest over unpaid allowances. The development, confirmed by sources within the team’s Rabat camp, has sparked tension ahead of Thursday’s crucial clash that could determine Nigeria’s qualification hopes. According to reports, the players unanimously agreed to suspend training until the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) clears their outstanding payments. One senior player was quoted as saying, “We have given everything for the country, but promises are not being fulfilled. We won’t train again until this matter is resolved.” The protest disrupted the team’s scheduled evening session, as even the backroom staff reportedly joined in solidarity. This latest impasse comes just after morale was lifted by the arrival of key stars, including Victor Osimhen, Alex Iwobi, and Wilfred Ndidi, who had joined the squad in Morocco. NFF officials are said to be holding late-night meetings in a bid to pacify the team and avert a crisis that could affect Nigeria’s preparation for the encounter. An insider within the federation admitted that discussions were “ongoing to ensure the players return to training as soon as possible.” The boycott echoes familiar scenes from previous tournaments, where financial disagreements often marred Nigeria’s build-up to major fixtures. With the stakes this high, fans now fear the row could distract the team from their immediate goal; securing a vital victory over Gabon and keeping the 2026 World Cup dream
| 2025-11-11 20:50:15