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“We will not be at the World Cup”: Ex Super Eagles star warns Nigerians ahead of FIFA verdict

Naija News • 5d ago
“We will not be at the World Cup”: Ex Super Eagles star warns Nigerians ahead of FIFA verdict
**Title: Time to Move On: Why Nigeria Should Start Rebuilding for 2030 World Cup** Nigerians are still holding on to the faint hope that the Super Eagles will qualify for the 2026 World Cup. However, with FIFA yet to make a decision on Nigeria's petition against DR Congo, it's time to start thinking about the next big thing - the 2030 World Cup. Moses Kpakor, a former Super Eagles star, believes that Nigerians should stop waiting for FIFA's verdict and start rebuilding the team for the future. Recently, the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) announced plans for a four-nation tournament in Amman, Jordan, during the next FIFA international window. While fans were expecting the team to prepare for a possible qualification match, the NFF's decision suggests that they have moved on from the 2026 World Cup. The Super Eagles will face Iran and Jordan in the tournament, which is a great opportunity for the team to test their skills against top opponents. Kpakor sees this as a perfect moment to start rebuilding the team, focusing on integrating younger players and reshaping the squad for the 2030 World Cup. He notes that Nigeria's failure to qualify for the last two World Cups makes long-term planning unavoidable. The bronze-medal finish at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations is a great platform to build on, but it's not a final destination. Kpakor believes that the friendlies in Jordan are less about results and more about learning which players can form the spine of the next generation. The delay in FIFA's ruling on Nigeria's petition against DR Congo has left the country in limbo. The NFF accused the Congolese side of fielding ineligible players, citing DR Congo's domestic laws that do not permit dual citizenship for adults. While FIFA's decision will be crucial for Nigeria's participation in the 2026 World Cup, it's time to start thinking about the next big thing. As Kpakor aptly puts it, "We should use this to start our rebuilding since we will not be at the World Cup." It's time for Nigerians to stop waiting for FIFA's verdict and start focusing on the future. The 2030 World Cup is just around the corner, and it's time to start building a team that can compete with the best in the world. **Conclusion** Moses Kpakor's words of wisdom are a timely reminder that the Super Eagles need to
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