Iwobi, who recently reached 100 appearances for Nigeria, said representing the country has been an honour and recalled his decisive goal against Zambia, which secured Nigeria’s qualification for the 2018 World Cup, as his most memorable international moment. He explained that celebrating the goal with his parents in attendance made the occasion particularly special.
The midfielder also credited former Nigeria captain Austin “Jay-Jay” Okocha and his family with supporting his decision to represent the Super Eagles after previously playing for England at youth level. Iwobi said Nigeria ultimately felt like home and maintained that he would not change the experiences, achievements or lessons that have shaped his international career.
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Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi says he remains proud of his international career despite Nigeria missing the 2026 World Cup, describing past setbacks as lessons rather than regrets. Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi says Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has not changed how he feels about his international career. Although he acknowledged that...
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- Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi says he remains proud of his international career despite Nigeria missing the 2026 World Cup, describing past setbacks as lessons rather than regrets.
- Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi says Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has not changed how he feels about his international career.
- Although he acknowledged that he would have loved to compete at the tournament and win the Africa Cup of Nations, the Fulham player said he views both achievements and disappointments as important parts of his journey.Iwobi, who recently reached 100 appearances for Nigeria, said representing the country has been an honour and recalled his decisive goal against Zambia, which secured Nigeria’s qualification for the 2018 World Cup, as his most memorable international moment.
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Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi says he remains proud of his international career despite Nigeria missing the 2026 World Cup, describing past setbacks as lessons rather than regrets. Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi says Nigeria’s failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has not changed how he feels about his international career. Although he acknowledged that...
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July 17, 2026
