AFCON 2026Q: Benin Republic will be difficult, Super Eagles will conquer – Troost-Ekong
Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong says the team can expect a difficult duel against the Cheetahs of Benin Republic. The…
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BREAKING: Lookman, Troost-Ekong nominated for 2024 CAF Player of the Year [Full list]
The Confederation of African Football, CAF, has released a 10-man shortlist for the 2024 Player of the Year. The list…
AFCON 2025 qualifier: ‘Naija spirit can’t be broken’ – Troost-Ekong hails Super Eagles
The captain of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, William Troost-Ekong, has declared that he is proud of the current team because the…
Libya: ‘Power of social media’ – Troost-Ekong confirms Super Eagles returning to Nigeria
Captain of Nigeria’s Super Eagles, William Troost-Ekong on Monday afternoon confirmed that Austin Eguavoen’s men are now returning to Nigeria…
AFCON 2025 qualifier: We’ve decided not to play against Libya – Super Eagles captain, Troost-Ekong
Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, has said the team has decided not to play the 2025 AFCON qualifier against Libya,…
AFCONQ 2025: ‘It’s never done until fat lady sings’ – Troost-Ekong warns Super Eagles
Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong has warned Austin Eguavoen’s side against complacency following their 1-0 victory over Libya’s Mediterranean Knights…
Musa still Super Eagles captain – Troost-Ekong
William Troost-Ekong has claimed Ahmed Musa is still the Super Eagles captain. DAILY POST reports that Musa has not been…
Saudi League: Troost-Ekong scores in Al Khalood’s defeat to Al Hilal
Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, opened his goal account for Al Khalood in their 4-2 home defeat to Al Hilal…
2025 AFCON qualifier: Troost-Ekong okays Super Eagles’ display vs Rwanda, shifts attention to Libya
Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong was happy with the team’s performance against the Amavubi of Rwanda. The West Africans held…
Paris 2024 Olympics: Troost-Ekong lauds ‘amazing’ D’Tigress win over Canada
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has heaped plaudits on the D’Tigress following the team’s remarkable victory over Canada. Rena Wakama’s…
Transfer: Three Saudi clubs interested in Troost-Ekong
Nigeria defender, William Troost-Ekong could move to Saudi Arabia this summer, reports DAILY POST. According BBC reporter, Oluwashina Okeleji, three…
UCLQ: Troost-Ekong scores winning goal for PAOK
Williams Troost-Ekong marked his return to action by scoring the winning goal as PAOK defeated Bosnian outfit Borac Banja Luka…
‘Professional footballers are not paid every week’ – Troost-Ekong
Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, has said contrary to the belief of many Nigerians, professional footballers are not paid on…
‘Very important game’ – Troost-Ekong rallies Super Eagles teammates ahead South Africa clash
William Troost-Ekong has urged his Super Eagles teammates to go all out for a win in their 2026 FIFA World…
Troost-Ekong wins Greek Super League title with PAOK Salonica
Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong has won the Greek Super League title with PAOK Salonica. PAOK defeated Aris 2-1 away…
2026 WCQ: Boost for Super Eagles as Troost-Ekong returns to full training
The Super Eagles received a major boost ahead of their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying double-header against South Africa and…
Troost-Ekong reveals admiration for Super Eagles coach, Finidi
Super Eagles defender, William Troost-Ekong, has expressed his respect for new head coach of the team, Finidi George. Finidi is…
Troost-Ekong gives latest injury update
Super Eagles defender, William Troost-Ekong has given latest update on his recovery from injury. Troost-Ekong underwent surgery for a thigh…
Troost-Ekong reveals his ideal Super Eagles coach
Super Eagles defender William Troost-Ekong has declared he would prefer a local coach to manage the Super Eagles. The Nigeria…
I want to play for Super Eagles at 2026 World Cup – Troost-Ekong
Super Eagles defender William Troost-Ekong says he has the ambition of playing at the 2026 FIFA World Cup. The three-time…
Missing out of AFCON 2023 title still hurts — Troost-Ekong
Nigeria defender, William Troost-Ekong says it is difficult to shake off the disappointment of failing to win the title at…
Troost-Ekong reveals row with Peseiro nearly mar AFCON 2023 dreams
Super Eagles vice-captain, William Troost-Ekong, has revealed that he nearly quit international football a few weeks before the start of…
Troost-Ekong undergoes successful knee surgery in Finland
Super Eagles vice-captain, William Troost-Ekong had a successful surgery in Finland on Tuesday night. Troost-Ekong sustained a hamstring injury during…
Transfer: I know where Osimhen will play next season – Troost-Ekong
Super Eagles vice-captain, William Troost-Ekong says he knows where his compatriot Victor Osimhen will play next season. Osimhen is expected…
Troost-Ekong to undergo minor surgery
Super Eagles defender William Troost-Ekong will undergo minor surgery in Finland this week for an injury he picked up at…
‘We will soar again’ – Troost-Ekong upbeat Super Eagles will move on from AFCON disappointment
William Troost-Ekong is optimistic the Super Eagles will come back stronger after failing to win a fourth Africa Cup of…
AFCON 2023: Troost-Ekong makes history in Super Eagles’ defeat to Cote d’Ivoire
William Troost-Ekong entered the history book as the highest scoring defender at the Africa Cup of Nations after registering a…
AFCON: We don’t have superstars in Super Eagles – Troost-Ekong
Nigerian captain William Troost-Ekong has said there is no superstar in the Super Eagles camp. He said the Super Eagles…
AFCON 2023: We have to be champions — Troost-Ekong ahead Cote d’Ivoire clash
William Troost-Ekong has said the Super Eagles are not just contended with reaching the final of the 2023 Africa Cup…
AFCON 2023: Sanusi returns to full training, Osimhen, Troost-Ekong rested
Zaidu Sanusi is now in contention to start Nigeria’s 2023 Africa Cup of Nations final clash with the Elephants of…
AFCON: Troost-Ekong attracting interest from Saudi clubs
Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, is attracting interest from Saudi clubs due to his impressive display for Nigeria at the…
AFCON 2023: Troost-Ekong equals Keshi’s goal record
William Troost-Ekong has equaled Stephen Keshi’s record as the highest-scoring defender in the history of the Africa Cup of Nations,…
AFCON 2023: Super Eagles heading in right direction – Troost-Ekong
William Troost-Ekong has declared that the Super Eagles want to go for the title at the 2023 Africa Cup of…
AFCON: I almost stopped playing for Nigeria because of Peseiro – Troost-Ekong
Super Eagles defender, William Troost-Ekong has revealed that head coach Jose Peseiro almost made him stop playing for Nigeria because…
AFCON 2023: Osimhen returns to Super Eagles training, Troost-Ekong still missing
Victor Osimhen returned to full training with the Super Eagles on Tuesday as they intensified preparations for the clash with…
AFCON 2023: ‘I’m struggling with injury’ – Troost-Ekong speaks ahead of quarterfinal
Super Eagles defender William Troost-Ekong has reacted to a viral claim that he was injured during the Round of 16…
AFCON: They’ve been focusing – Osimhen gives kudos to Troost-Ekong, four other Super Eagles players
Super Eagles striker, Victor Osimhen has given kudos to the likes of Calvin Bassey, William Troost-Ekong, Semi Ajayi, Ola Aina…
AFCON: Troost-Ekong, Iwobi, Lookman start for Super Eagles against Cameroon
Super Eagles head coach, Jose Peseiro has made four changes in his starting X1 for the highly anticipated clash with…
AFCON 2023: Troost-Ekong provides update on injury
Nigeria defender William Troost-Ekong hopes to be back in training this week after missing the country’s clash with Guinea-Bissau on…
AFCON 2023: Super Eagles face anxious wait over Troost-Ekong’s injury
Super Eagles defender William Troost-Ekong could miss the rest of the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations due to injury, DAILY…
AFCON 2023: Troost-Ekong, Sanusi doubtful for Guinea Bissau clash
William Troost-Ekong and Zaidu Sanusi are doubtful for Nigeria’s final Group A fixture against Guinea-Bissau. The encounter is slated for…
AFCON: Super Eagles captain, Troost-Ekong names most exciting attack in Africa
Nigeria captain, William Troost-Ekong has said the team has the most exciting attack in Africa. Troost-Ekong was speaking ahead of…
AFCON 2023: Super Eagles battle-ready for tough Cote d’Ivoire clash – Troost-Ekong
Super Eagles vice captain, William Troost-Ekong, has said the team is battle-ready for the game against Cote d’Ivoire. Troost-Ekong and…