Amaju Pinnick, a former president of the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF), has expressed his belief that the Super Eagles would have qualified for the 2026 World Cup if he were still in charge. Pinnick made this assertion in a recent interview where he discussed the team’s current state and his vision for Nigerian football during his tenure.
Pinnick emphasized that his administration had a strategic plan in place that focused on development, scouting, and creating an enabling environment for Nigerian players to thrive. He highlighted past achievements and stressed how infrastructure and support systems had improved under his leadership.
He also mentioned the importance of injecting fresh talent into the national team and ensuring that the coaching staff and team management are equipped with the necessary resources to succeed. Pinnick expressed his disappointment that the team did not qualify for the 2022 World Cup and reiterated his confidence in his strategies had he remained in his position.
The former NFF president also spoke about his ongoing passion for Nigerian football and his willingness to support the current administration in achieving their goals. He believes that the Super Eagles have the potential to perform at the highest level and make a significant impact on the world stage.
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