Mali’s head coach, Tom Saintfiet, says it might be a giant shock if Nigeria’s Super Eagles fail to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He described Nigeria because the “best team in Africa” and believes they’ve the expertise to succeed on the world stage.
Speaking in an interview with AySuga Naija Lifestyle on YouTube, Saintfiet praised the standard and depth of Nigeria’s squad. He identified that the Super Eagles have prime gamers in each place—assault, midfield, defence, and goalkeeping.
“It will be sad if the strongest team in Africa don’t qualify,” Saintfiet mentioned. “The Super Eagles are, not only now but in the last three or four years, the best team in Africa.”
He added that Nigeria has been considered one of the strongest groups on the continent lately, regardless that they’ve not gained a serious trophy since lifting the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in 2013 below Stephen Keshi.
Despite some current challenges, Saintfiet is assured Nigeria will make it to the 2026 World Cup. He additionally believes they’re among the many favourites to win the following AFCON, given the standard of gamers of their crew.