Numerous Nigerian football fans have flooded the social media accounts of new Super Eagles head coach Bruno Labbadia, urging him to secure World Cup qualification.
The appointment of the German, chosen over several notable candidates, has been a major topic of discussion in Nigerian football since Monday when the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) announced him as the long-awaited replacement for Finidi George, who stepped down in June following the NFF’s decision to hire a foreign coach.
The Super Eagles are currently in their most precarious position in the last 20 years, having recently suffered a disappointing loss to Benin Republic in Ivory Coast. This has left Labbadia with the challenging task of ensuring the team qualifies for the next World Cup.
Frustrated by the NFF’s sluggish approach to appointing a coach, especially with the 2025 AFCON qualifiers looming, Nigerian fans have made it clear that no excuses will be acceptable if the country fails to secure a spot at the World Cup.
xyx_fyve wrote: “Bro, if you mess up, we go drag you oooo!
This earth no go fit contain of us. Better wise up and do normal.
But if you do normal, we will go to war for you if need be. Your choice.”
“World Cup is a must,” warns Timo_sterling.
Mike Olu charges him to qualify for the World Cup and also win it: “Welcome to the Super Eagles.. Goodluck. Take us to the World Cup and win it.”
je_riq warns, “No com do anyhow. We are crazy, oh. Mk ur mind, Dey.”
Anon_lion jokingly stated, “The way your head dey shine like this, I dey see the World Cup trophy for front.. Be a good disciplinarian and take no nonsense. Let’s go (Vamos). I’ll be watching you from afar. If you like, go, Jonze.”
“Man, welcome to Nigeria; , you owe us ACON, and a W/C ti…et…. Else, we go drag you.”
Danil.o__ stated, “Wish you success, coach Nigeria I believe.”
bigbarry_dmw also warns, “We don’t lose here; are you aware we are the giants of Africa? Good luck and stay safe.”
Eazyxboy wrote, “Good luck, Labbadia! You can do the job! I believe in your philosophy. Welcome to Super Eagles.”
“Welcome coach, please lead us well,” stated Calhimbob.
Collinsdino101 wrote, “World Cup qualification is a must, gaffer.”
Welcome to one of the best Africa teams,” stated Adedayobam.
Abu Paulo stated, “Let’s just believe you can do it for the Super Eagles.”
Even though the terms of contract are yet unknown, Labbadia is expected to start immediately, which means he takes charge of the team for their 2025 AFCON qualifying fixture against Benin Republic at Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo on September 7 before leading them on a trip to Rwanda three days later.
