Nigeria Boycotts Training Before World Cup Qualifier Against Gabon

Nigeria’s national football team, including stars like Victor Osimhen and Ademola Lookman, boycotted training on Tuesday ahead of their crucial 2026 World Cup play-off against Gabon, due to unpaid allowances and match bonuses. The players are demanding a resolution with the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) before the semi-final on Thursday. Captain William Troost-Ekong emphasized the team’s desire to focus on upcoming games. The NFF has not commented, but urgent talks are reportedly underway.

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