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| …Taking the all-important spot-kick |
By Rose Moses
William Troost-Ekong's leadership and composure have been instrumental in Nigeria's journey to the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) final. Despite previous doubts about his abilities, he has emerged as a confident and commanding presence on the field, leading the defense with authority and composure.
His calmness and confidence were evident when he scored a crucial penalty against South Africa, and his ability to rally the team during high-pressure moments has not gone unnoticed
Troost-Ekong's resurgence from considering retirement to becoming a pillar of strength for the Nigerian team showcases his remarkable leadership and resilience
Against South Africa, he stepped up to take the important 4th kick in the shootout after Ola Aina had missed, ensuring Nigeria had the chance to win it with the last kick. He is indeed, a leader!
His performance has been a key factor in Nigeria's AFCON renaissance, and he is now poised to lead the team in the final match against Ivory Coast.
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