Reported by: L. Imafidon | Edited by: Henry Owen
Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has drawn attention to the alleged poor condition of the hotel allocated to the Nigerian national team in Rabat, Morocco, ahead of their crucial World Cup playoff match against Gabon.
In a short eight-second video circulating online, Iwobi captured the dilapidated surroundings of the hotel from his room window, revealing an unkempt and poorly maintained environment. The footage has sparked outrage among Nigerian fans and raised questions about the Nigeria Football Federation’s (NFF) preparedness and welfare arrangements for the team.
The silent video, recorded just before the team’s training session, reflects growing frustration within the Super Eagles camp over the substandard facilities often provided during international assignments.
Despite these concerns, the team is focused on the upcoming must-win fixture that is key to Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualification campaign. The Super Eagles officially opened their camp on Sunday in Rabat with the arrival of 10 players, marking the start of a decisive week in their bid to return to football’s biggest stage.
Among the early arrivals were Calvin Bassey, Alex Iwobi, Samuel Chukwueze, Tolu Arokodare, and Olakunle Olusegun. Coach Eric Chelle finalized his 24-man squad on Saturday, including a mix of Europe-based stars and local talents.
The Super Eagles will face Gabon in their first playoff match on Thursday. A victory will secure a place in the African playoff final against either Cameroon or the Democratic Republic of Congo, scheduled for November 16 in Rabat.
The playoff round offers African teams an additional path to the 2026 FIFA World Cup, although the winner must still overcome opponents from other continents in an intercontinental playoff in March 2026 in Mexico.
Nigeria, the highest-ranked team among the four in this playoff round, are considered favourites to progress. However, Coach Chelle has cautioned against complacency, stressing the importance of discipline and tactical precision.
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