After scoring twice against Argentina in the 2014 FIFA World Cup, Ahmed Musa became the first Nigerian to score more than once in a World Cup match. According to Soccernet.ng, the Super Eagles captain has stated that he intends to return to the Super Eagles squad when the 2026 World Cup qualifiers begin in November.
The 30-year-old has been avoided with regard to the Hawks crew to confront Sao Book and Principe in their last Africa Cup of Countries qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio Arena in Uyo on Sunday
Musa, who has been a customary face in the public group since making his presentation a long time back, has been finding his position in the group testing as of late following his failure to get ordinary games at the club side.
After being left out of the most recent squad, the former Leicester City forward has announced his intention to rejoin Jose Peseiro’s team for Nigeria’s first home 2026 World Cup qualifier against Lesotho in November.
According to Punch Sports Extra, Musa said, “Thank you very much,” “I appreciate you checking on me,” and “I hope to be back soon for the World Cup qualifiers.” Musa represented Nigeria in the 2014 FIFA World Cup and became the first Nigerian to score more than once in a FIFA World Cup match, scoring twice against Argentina and then scoring another brace against Iceland in the 2018 World Cup’s group stage.
He has now uncovered his aspiration to play in the following Scene Cup in 2026 which will be mutually facilitated by the USA, Mexico, and Canada, and furthermore accepts the ongoing crew being driven by Peseiro has the assurance to make it the masterpiece after Nigeria neglected to meet all requirements for the last year’s release facilitated in Qatar.
My dream is to participate in another World Cup. I accept we have a crew that not entirely settled to qualify.
Musa has played in more than 100 games for Nigeria. He made his debut against Madagascar as a substitute for John Mikel Obi in a 2-0 victory in a qualifying match for the 2012 Africa Cup of Nations.
He has played for the Super Eagles and has scored 16 goals. He was a member of the team that won the AFCON in South Africa in 2013 under the late coach Stephen Keshi.
