A former Super Eagles goalkeeper, Peterside Idah, has expressed belief that the national team will defeat Gabon in Thursday’s 2026 World Cup play-off.
NEWSMAXNG reports that Nigeria and Gabon will duel for the 2026 World Cup chance at Stade Prince Héritier Moulay Hassan, Rabat, at 17:00 (local time).
Peterside during his speech on the Sunrise Daily programmex of Channels TV on Thursday, stated that the Super Eagles have a strong advantage over the Panthers because they are Nigerians.
“Naturally, we should win. Over the last 41 years, we have played against Gabon, and they have beaten us only once. So, we have an advantage — and we are Nigerians,” he said.
“I’ve always said I’m proud to be from this great country. We produce potential; we have everything we need to succeed. It’s just the management that’s the problem. We should beat Gabon, and I believe we will.”
Peterside who is now a pastor, played for Enugu rangers during his career.
“I want Nigeria to qualify. I have my passport ready to travel to the Americas to watch the World Cup,” he said.
On the allowance issue that had caused the team and its officials to boycott training on Wednesday, Peterside criticised the NFF for allowing the situation to escalate.
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He said; “I’ve come to understand that the NFF, or those running our football, have failed to realise that football is about the players — not the management or the NFF president.
“If the players are not happy or things are not in order, they won’t perform. It affects everyone who supports them.”
