Former Super Eagles Midfielder Edema Fuludu Casts Doubt on Nigeria’s AFCON Prospects

As anticipation builds for the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast, all eyes are on the contenders vying for the coveted trophy. The reigning champions Senegal, hosts Ivory Coast, powerhouse teams like Morocco, Egypt, Algeria, Cameroon, and Nigeria are among the favorites to emerge victorious.

However, former Julius Berger FC ace Edema Fuludu, a key figure in Nigeria’s 1994 AFCON triumph, dismisses his homeland’s chances under current head coach Jose Peseiro. In an outspoken critique, Fuludu points to Peseiro’s perceived lack of commitment, distrust in home-based players, and a string of disappointing results as reasons why Nigeria should not be considered among the frontrunners.

As the footballing world gears up for the continental showdown, Fuludu’s skepticism adds an intriguing layer to the narrative, questioning whether Nigeria can defy the odds and clinch the title once again.