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Segun Odegbami denounces Nigerian football's current state amid World Cup failures

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 23, 2026, 10:10 AM

Last updated Sep 23, 2026

Segun Odegbami denounces Nigerian football's current state amid World Cup failures

Summary

Segun Odegbami, a former Nigerian international, criticized current football leadership for the national teams' failures to qualify for the men's and women’s World Cups. Both the Super Eagles and Super Falcons have struggled, with uninspiring results across various competitions. Recent resignations within the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) suggest significant changes are underway, prompted by public outcry and governmental pressure for reform. A joint FIFA and CAF delegation is discussing comprehensive reforms for Nigerian football, as upcoming NFF elections have been suspended pending restructuring.

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By the Numbers

•Nigeria missed out on the 2022 and 2026 FIFA World Cups.
•Odegbami calls this period the 'worst time' in Nigerian football history.
•NFF leadership resignations occurred amid increasing criticism.
•FIFA and CAF are negotiating a roadmap for reforms.
•NFF elections scheduled for September 27 have been suspended.

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10:10 AMYahoo Sports — Nigerian football enduring 'worst time in history' - Odegbami

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Former Afcon winner Segun Odegbami has slammed those running Nigerian football after the country missed out on the men's and women's World Cups.
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