Adepoju: Eagles Must Prove Quality Without Osimhen, Not Make Excuses for His Absence'

Former Nigeria international Mutiu Adepoju has urged the Super Eagles to use Victor Osimhen's absence as motivation to deliver in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations match.

Former Nigeria international Mutiu Adepoju has urged the Super Eagles to make up for Victor Osimhen's absence by showing they have enough quality to deliver in their opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers. Adepoju believes the team should not use Osimhen's absence as an excuse but instead focus on demonstrating their capabilities. The eagles face a crucial match against a tough opponent and must come out strong despite missing one of their key players. Adepoju's comments emphasize the importance of team resilience in the face of adversity.