‘It Felt Like the Right Time’ — Troost-Ekong Explains Retirement From Int'l Football

‘It felt like the right time’ — Troost-Ekong explains retirement from Int'l football

GistReel Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has explained his decision to walk away from international football. He described the emotional toll, escalating pressure and timing of the call as a culmination of a long personal journey. After a decade-long national team career that delivered Olympic bronze, an AFCON bronze, and a runner-up finish in 2023, where he was named Player of the Tournament, Troost-Ekong says the moment felt r…

New Era Begins: Ndidi Named Super Eagles Captain After Troost-Ekong’s Retirement » News.ng

Wilfred Ndidi will lead the Super Eagles at the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco following William Troost-Ekong’s retirement from international football. Troost-Ekong confirmed his exit from the national team on Thursday, bringing an end to his long tenure as captain and creating a natural opening for new leadership. Ndidi, now the most senior player in the squad, has been chosen to wear the armband. The Beşiktaş midfielder already …

Ekong Regrets AFCON, As He Speaks on Super Eagles Retirement

William Troost-Ekong has spoken about his immediate retirement from the Super Eagles, reflecting on his journey, his memories, and the emotional challenges behind his decision. Speaking about why he chose to retire now, Ekong told Sky Sports: “I feel there has been a lot of time to make this decision. I felt like this is the right time for me. I think I have had a great run with the Super Eagles, to be part of the team for ten years. Of course t…

Iwobi hints on why Troost-Ekong left Super Eagles

Super Eagles midfielder, Alex Iwobi has revealed why the team’s captain, William Troost-Ekong unexpectedly retired from Nigeria’s national team. Iwobi said the defender was no longer playing as he would have wanted to play for his country. Ahead of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations, Troost-Ekong on Thursday announced he was leaving the Super Eagles […]

NFF Celebrates William Troost-Ekong's Remarkable Retirement

After a dispassionate evaluation of his 10-year stewardship with the Senior National Team of Nigeria (Super Eagles), the Nigeria Football Federation wishes to eulogise William Troost-Ekong following his announcement of immediate retirement from international football on Thursday, 4 December 2025. Captain Troost-Ekong was a dedicated, selfless and humble leader of the Super Eagles for so […]

William Troost-Ekong reveals one regret in his 10-year Super Eagles career - Soccernet NG

Former Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has revealed his only regret with the Nigerian National team after drawing the curtain on his international career, Soccernet.ng reports. The 32-year-old has seen his position in the Super Eagles starting lineup diminish slowly with the rise of Benjamin Frederick, and prior to the World Cup play-offs, he harboured the goal of representing Nigeria at another World Cup after playing in Russia seven …