Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi has set social media ablaze after sharing a video showing the disappointing view from Nigeria's team hotel in Rabat, Morocco, just days before their crucial World Cup qualifying playoff.
Social Media Storm Over Team Accommodation
The Fulham star posted footage on his X account that revealed what many Nigerian fans are describing as a substandard outlook from the national team's accommodation. The video quickly went viral, drawing widespread criticism toward the Nigeria Football Federation for their choice of lodging.
Football enthusiasts immediately expressed their displeasure online, with user @itsmrkemji commenting: "A Football match isn't just about the 90 mins on the pitch. Things like transportation to games and accommodation also matters a lot but the NFF don't care. I know for a fact that Morocco has better to offer at very affordable rates."
Another concerned fan, @IghoTony, questioned: "Curious: the @thenff inspected this hotel & agreed that the players should stay there?" while @aj_crouch humorously noted: "I love that facial expression, no talk o just show the situation of things. Them carry them go makoko of Morocco."
Super Eagles Camp Opens for Crucial Playoff
The Nigerian national team began gathering in Morocco on Sunday, November 9th, for their must-win encounter against the Panthers of Gabon. According to the NFF, nine players arrived on the first day, including captain William Troost-Ekong and key players like Calvin Bassey, Wilfred Ndidi, and Simon Moses.
The crucial World Cup qualifying playoff is scheduled for November 13, 2025, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat. Nigeria, ranked 41st globally by FIFA, faces 77th-ranked Gabon in a single-match showdown that could determine their World Cup fate.
Nigeria earned this playoff opportunity after demolishing Benin 4-0 in their final CAF qualifying group stage match, overcoming what had been a disappointing start to their campaign.
Road to World Cup 2026
The playoff structure presents a clear path to global football's biggest stage. The winners of Nigeria versus Gabon will face the victors of the Cameroon versus DR Congo match in a final playoff on November 16th at the same venue.
Whoever emerges triumphant from this final confrontation will advance to the intercontinental playoffs scheduled for March 2026 in Mexico. Due to Nigeria's superior FIFA ranking, the Super Eagles would only need to play one match in Mexico if they progress that far.
In other squad news, star striker Victor Osimhen was spotted rushing to Istanbul airport immediately after Galatasaray's 1-0 loss to Kocaelispor. The Napoli forward, who had a goal controversially disallowed during the match, appeared focused on joining his national teammates in Morocco despite the club disappointment.
As the Super Eagles continue their preparations, all eyes remain on both the pitch performance and the off-field conditions that could impact Nigeria's quest to reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
