‘I CRIED’ — Afrobeats star and Super Eagles’ No.1 fan reacts to World Cup disappointment

Nigeria’s 2026 World Cup dream ended in heartbreak on Sunday after the Super Eagles fell to DR Congo in a dramatic penalty shootout that left the nation stunned.

The tense playoff final in Rabat finished 1-1 after extra time, but the shootout proved decisive, and devastating.

As the final whistle blew and the reality of Nigeria’s elimination settled in, emotions ran high across the country, none more so than for Afrobeats star and passionate Super Eagles supporter, Odumodu Black.

Moments after the match, the award-winning artist took to X to express his devastation, posting the raw and emotional message: “I CRIED”. In a follow-up post, he added, “I’M SO SAD.”

His reaction echoed the feelings of millions of Nigerian fans who watched the nation’s World Cup hopes slip away in a penalty shootout filled with drama and tension.

Despite goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali producing two crucial saves, Nigeria could not capitalise, with Semi Ajayi’s sudden-death miss allowing Chancel Mbemba to seal DR Congo’s victory.

But even in grief, he found space for pride. The musician praised the team’s spirit, writing, “PROUD OF THE BOYS. WE HAD THE MOST UNSTABLE INFRASTRUCTURE BUT STILL GAVE THE PEOPLE HOPE & JOY. SEE YOU IN MOROCCO [For the 2025 AFCON].”

Nigeria’s elimination is a significant blow, especially after a playoff run marked by resilience, drama, and belief.

The Super Eagles fought through a difficult bracket and pushed DR Congo to the limit, only for fate to turn against them at the final hurdle.

Fans across the country have shared messages of disappointment, a sentiment Odumodu Black captured perfectly.

The journey ends here for 2026, but with a passionate fanbase ready to rise again, the Super Eagles will look ahead to future battles.