‘Are you not ashamed?’ Fans slam Super Eagles over Spain throwback post
” The post came just hours after Spain defeated France 2-0 to book a place in the final of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, rekindling memories of Nigeria’s dramatic 3-2 comeback victory over the Europeans in France 1998.” The world football governing body also listed Spain’s 2-3 defeat to Nigeria among the greatest FIFA World Cup upsets, noting that the Super Eagles, appearing at only their second World Cup, stunned a Spanish side featuring stars such as Fernando Hierro, Raúl and Luis Enrique.
By Ayobami Okerinde The Super Eagles has come under fire from Nigerians after reviving memories of the team’s famous 1998 FIFA World Cup victory over Spain, with many fans accusing the team of dwelling on past glory after failing to qualify for the 2026 tournament.
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