Nigeria’s number one goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has shared a message aimed at Super Eagles teammate Victor Osimhen
Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has sparked widespread speculation after posting a cryptic message on Instagram that appeared to be directed at Victor Osimhen.
The post came just days after a tense on-field clash involving Nwabali, Osimhen, and Calvin Bassey during Nigeria’s 4-0 win over Benin Republic.
Nwabali’s message sparks speculation after on-pitch clash
Nwabali caused a stir when he wrote on his Instagram story: “I never fake care anyone. What I give, I give from my heart. Choose a good heart. People change so fast… I believe you VO9.”
The message, which tagged Osimhen’s account, quickly went viral as fans tried to decode its meaning.
The post followed footage from the Benin Republic match, where Nwabali and Bassey exchanged heated words before Osimhen stepped in to defuse the situation.
While the team went on to claim a convincing victory, the online drama that followed suggested not all was calm behind the scenes.
Calls for calm after Nwabali Lesotho error and criticism
Nwabali’s emotional post also came amid criticism for his mistake against Lesotho in Nigeria’s 2-1 win at the Peter Mokaba Stadium.
Former Super Eagles star Sam Elijah has since urged calm, defending the goalkeeper’s record and importance to the squad.
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“They should not drop him. He has been our saving hand for many matches; they should not crucify him for the mistake he made against Lesotho,” Elijah told reporters.
He added: “Although they were costly mistakes for a goalkeeper of Nwabali’s calibre, I’m sure he will be more careful going forward. He is a very good goalkeeper, and I think we should go on with him.”
Despite the online storm, Nwabali remains a crucial figure in the Super Eagles’ setup — and his cryptic words have only deepened the intrigue surrounding Nigeria’s star-studded squad.
