The Super Eagles of Nigeria faced a tense moment in the skies on their journey from Polokwane, South Africa to Uyo, Nigeria, when their aircraft was forced to make an emergency landing in Luanda, Angola.

After a routine refueling stop, the flight resumed — but just 25 minutes later, the pilot detected a heavy crack on the plane’s windshield, prompting an immediate U-turn for safety reasons. The quick-thinking action ensured all players and staff remained unharmed, though the unexpected detour left everyone shaken.

The Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) is reportedly arranging alternative travel plans to get the team safely to Uyo ahead of their crucial World Cup qualifier against Benin.