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“I’m Happy To Be Back”, Terem Moffi Says as He Sets To Join Super Eagles In Ivory Coast
OGC Nice striker, Terem Moffi is excited about his return to the Super Eagles of Nigeria 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) squad.
Terem Moffi did not make Jose Peseiro’s final 25-man squad for the tournament after making the provisional squad list. The Portuguese tactician went for Victor Osimhen, Sadiq Umar, Kelechi Iheanacho, and Victor Boniface ahead of the 24-year-old OGC Nice forward.
But the table turned in his favour when Bayer Leverkusen striker, Victor Boniface sustained an injury that ruled him out of the squad.
His injury coincided with the news that midfielder Wilfred Ndidi, who sustained an injury on December 29 during Leicester City’s 2-0 victory over Cardiff City, has withdrawn from the tournament.
While Alhassan Yusuf was brought in to replace Ndidi, coach Jose Peseiro brought in Terem Moffi to replace Boniface.
“I’m happy to be back in the team, naturally it was not easy for me to be left out of the team for the tournament initially,” Moffi said.
“But I’m going to give my best to the team.”
Naija Latest Gist gathered that Terem Moffi will miss the Super Eagles’ first game at the tournament against Equatorial Guinea on January 14. He is expected to join the team on Sunday after featuring in OGC Nice’s league game against Rennes at 9 p.m. on Saturday, January 13.
This is in line with the agreement the French Ligue 1 club entered with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), according to reports.
Super Eagles and Chippa United goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, has been dealt a devastating blow, losing his mother barely two months after the passing of his father.
Nwabali shared the heartbreaking news on X on New Year’s day, writing, “Rip mom, worst year of my life already” accompanied by tears and heartbreak emojis.
This emotional post came just hours after he shared a 2024 recap video, expressing optimism for the new year.
“2024 was a good year, we’re doubling everything in 2025. Thank you Chippa United FC. Thank you Super Eagles. Thanks to all my fans. Let’s do more!” he had written earlier.
Nwabali’s father died in November, just hours after the goalkeeper helped the Super Eagles secure a crucial point in their 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier against Benin Republic.
The goalkeeper’s bravery on the field was evident as he manned the goalpost despite his personal loss.
His teammates, fans, and well-wishers rallied around him, offering condolences and support.
With the loss of both parents, Nwabali joins the likes of Victor Osimhen, who has also experienced the pain of losing both parents.
Real Madrid forward, Kylian Mbappé, shared a rare glimpse of his personal life during an interview with Mouloud Achour on Clique.
The 25-year-old addressed serious allegations about an alleged rape incident in Stockholm but captured attention with his reflections on love and relationships.
When asked about expressing love, the Les Bleus forward shared: “Yes, to my mother, my father, my little brother. I try to give them this affection every day.”
On romantic love, Mbappé revealed to Le Parisien: “Yes, in the past, I have already been in love and I hope that I will be again. But currently, no.”
Watch him speak below:
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Nigerian sprinter Favour Ofili made a spectacular debut at the Paris 2024 Olympics, delivering an impressive performance in the women’s 200m event.
After a disappointing setback in the women’s 100m, Ofili showcased her resilience by clinching victory in her heat with a new season’s best time of 22.24 seconds on Sunday, August 4. The victory has qualified her for the 2024 Olympics 200m women’s semi-finals which will take place this evening.
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