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Super Eagles: ‘Missing The World Cup Hurt Us The Most’ — Akor Adams Responds To Critics
Adams has dismissed claims that Nigeria’s players are indifferent to the country’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, insisting the disappointment has affected the squad more than anyone else.
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The striker said suggestions that the players do not care are unfair, stressing that missing football’s biggest tournament has significant consequences for their careers and personal ambitions.
“Missing the World Cup hurt us the most. People may think we don’t care, but we’re the ones living with the disappointment every day,” Adams said.
The Montpellier forward explained that representing Nigeria at the World Cup is a dream shared by every player, adding that failing to qualify is a painful experience for the entire squad.
According to him, the absence from the tournament also affects players’ visibility, career progression and opportunities at the highest level.
“Playing at the World Cup is every footballer’s dream. When you miss that opportunity, it has a huge impact on your career and your confidence,” he added.
Adams urged Nigerians to continue supporting the Super Eagles despite the setback, expressing confidence that the team can bounce back stronger in future competitions.
The 25-year-old maintained that the players remain fully committed to restoring Nigeria’s place among world football’s elite and ensuring the country qualifies for future major tournaments.
Nine people have been killed after gunmen opened fire on a passenger bus at Dungus, Kuru District, Jos South council area.
The police command in Plateau confirmed the attack in a statement by its spokesman, Alfred Alabo, on Monday.
The command said it received a distress report at about 7:45 p.m. on Sunday that terrorists operating on a motorcycle had attacked the bus.
According to the statement, the Toyota bus, with registration number BUU 621 ZL, was conveying passengers to Jos when the gunmen opened fire.
It said seven people were confirmed dead at the scene, while two others who sustained gunshot injuries later died in hospital. The police said the development brought the total number of fatalities from the attack to nine.
The police commissioner, Ayodeji Faniyan, immediately mobilised Mobile Police operatives, tactical teams, homicide detectives and forensic experts to the scene.
(NAN)
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