As the Super Eagles prepare for their critical World Cup qualifier against South Africa, new reports have emerged of alleged threats aimed at goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali, the hero of Nigeria's AFCON semi-final victory.
According to various unconfirmed reports, certain South African fans are threatening Nwabali, who plays his club football in the country for Chippa United. The threats are reportedly fueled by his standout performance in the AFCON semi-final, where his crucial saves during the penalty shootout denied South Africa a place in the final.
These reports suggest that the warnings have escalated, with some fans allegedly threatening to harm him and his family if he prevents them from qualifying for the World Cup.
The alleged threats have raised concerns over the security of the goalkeeper ahead of the highly anticipated match. While the threats are not officially confirmed, they highlight the intense rivalry and high stakes of the upcoming encounter. The match is set to take place in Bloemfontein, with both teams vying for a crucial victory to boost their chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
