Omotayo Fashola
Super Eagles skipper Wilfred Ndidi has revealed the heartfelt reason behind his tribute to Kanu Nwankwo’s legendary celebration after netting Nigeria’s second goal in their clash with Tunisia.
The Leicester City midfielder found the back of the net following Victor Osimhen’s opener, marking his maiden goal for the national team after a decade of service.
Ndidi’s emotional homage to the iconic 1996 Olympics celebration by Nigerian football icon Kanu Nwankwo wasn’t just for show—it carried deep personal significance.
“Growing up, my father constantly spoke about Kanu’s greatness,” Ndidi shared post-match.
“When I saw that historic moment on video, I knew I had to recreate it for him.”
The victory secured Nigeria’s place in the tournament’s knockout phase, making them the second team to advance alongside Egypt, who progressed earlier with a narrow win over South Africa.
Next up for the Super Eagles is a crucial encounter against Uganda, who have managed just one point from their opening two fixtures against Tunisia and Tanzania.
