Super Eagles veteran Ahmed Musa has made a heartfelt appeal for continued support, stressing that now more than ever, the team needs encouragement—not criticism—as they prepare for the upcoming Unity Cup.
Musa, making his first return to the Super Eagles since featuring at the 2024 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Côte d'Ivoire, has been named in Eric Chelle’s 25-man squad for the Unity Cup in May and a high-profile international friendly against Russia in June.
Speaking ahead of the friendly tournament, the 32-year-old acknowledged the disappointment felt by many Nigerians following the team’s recent performances but insisted that the players draw strength from the unwavering support of their fans.
He also expressed personal delight at his return to the squad, noting the positive inclusion of several home-based players in the team.
Ahmed Musa expresses joy at Super Eagles return, urges fans to rally behind the team
In an interview with the Super Eagles media team, Ahmed Musa expressed delight at his return to the national team and urged fans to stand by the team during challenging times.
“So for me, I'm very happy to be back. It has been a long time but I don't think there's any difference. We just wait and see on the day of the game what is going to happen,” he said.
Recognising the disappointment of fans, Musa made a heartfelt appeal: “Yeah, we know that a lot of Nigerians are, I would say, very disappointed in the Super Eagles. But I will always call on them to just keep on supporting us because that is what we need right now. Their support will make a very big impact for us.”
He concluded by reaffirming his passion for representing the country: “Yeah, for me, I'm always happy whenever I get a call-up.”
The Unity Cup, scheduled for May 28 and May 31, will feature Nigeria alongside long-time rivals Ghana, as well as Caribbean representatives Jamaica and Trinidad & Tobago.
