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Kanu Nwankwo issues rallying cry for Super Eagles players to step up
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4 days agoon
By Saheed Afolabi
Nigeria football legend Kanu Nwankwo has urged the Super Eagles players to deliver improved performances and replicate their club form when representing the national team.
The former international believes that players should show even more commitment to the national cause than they do at their respective clubs.
In a recent interview with Brila FM, Kanu emphasized the importance of the Super Eagles players putting in maximum effort when they don the national team colors.
“They are very important. They can’t be doing well in their various clubs and then come to the national team and not do the same,” Kanu stated.
“When you come to the national team, you give more than what you give to the clubs. You can’t wear that jersey and be slacking. If you’re giving your club 100%, give us 200%.”
As a former captain and one of Nigeria’s most decorated footballers, Kanu knows the significance of playing for the national team and called on the Super Eagles to step up their performances on the international stage.
He also praised the players for their recent improvements in the World Cup qualifiers but stressed that they must continue to raise the bar.
“The players need to understand that while we may always talk about coaching, they need to do more,” he continued.
“From what I’ve seen in recent matches, they are improving and getting better, but they can do even more.”
Kanu’s comments are a reminder of the pride and responsibility that comes with wearing the Super Eagles jersey and his call for the players to give their all as Nigeria prepares for the challenges ahead in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers.