William Troost-Ekong, Super Eagles captain, retired after a decade, detailing his achievements. His departure, just two weeks before the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, surprised fans, despite his inclusion in Eric Chelle’s preliminary squad.
Troost-Ekong’s career spanned 83 caps, five major tournaments, and three medals. He secured bronze at the Rio 2016 Olympics, competed in the 2018 FIFA World Cup, and earned bronze and silver at the Africa Cup of Nations.