‘I am upbeat they will do this’ - AFCON winner gives support to Super Eagles ahead of World Cup qualifier

Ahmed Musa was part of Jose Peseiro's squad that advanced to the AFCON 2023 final game before losing to Ivory Coast.

The forward did not play any games in the AFCON tournament and has also been left out by new head coach Finidi George for the upcoming World Cup qualifier games.

Despite his omission, he has given his support to the team and believes they can achieve maximum points against South Africa and Benin 

The former Leicester City winger emphasised the significance of the ties in his remarks before the qualifications, calling on the Super Eagles to win both matches.

According to Score Nigeria, Musa said, “Everyone knows the importance of both games, the players understand what’s at stake, and I will want them to go all out and win both games. I am upbeat they will do this.”

Finidi released the 23-man roster for Nigeria's forthcoming World Cup qualifying matches against South Africa and the Benin Republic.

Musa, who has been the longest-serving Super Eagles player, was left out of the team by new head coach Finidi.

The Super Eagles will face South Africa on June 7th in Uyo, before travelling to Ivory Coast to face Benin Republic three days later.