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William Troost-Ekong Retires, Paving Way for Young Super Eagles

12/6/2025

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William Troost-Ekong, former captain of Nigeria's national football team, retires after a decade.
He earned 83 caps, won bronze at the 2016 Olympics, and was AFCON's highest-scoring defender.
Despite guiding Nigeria to the 2023 AFCON final, the team lost to Ivory Coast.
His departure opens opportunities for younger players as Chelle reshapes the Super Eagles.
He will support the team at the AFCON in Morocco and continue his foundation work, a legacy of bridging diaspora and home-grown players.

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William Troost-Ekong, former captain of Nigeria's national football team, retires after a decade.
He earned 83 caps, won bronze at the 2016 Olympics, and was AFCON's highest-scoring defender.
Despite guiding Nigeria to the 2023 AFCON final, the team lost to Ivory Coast.
His departure opens opportunities for younger players as Chelle reshapes the Super Eagles.
He will support the team at the AFCON in Morocco and continue his foundation work, a legacy of bridging diaspora and home-grown players.