There appears to be an alternative for Nigeria’s Super Eagles after they failed to secure a ticket to 2026 FIFA World Cup.
This is as Russia is reportedly exploring the possibility of hosting an alternative tournament for nations that missed out on qualifying for the Mundial.
The proposal still unofficial has quickly become one of the most debated football developments of the week.
According to emerging reports, Russia is considering staging a summer competition in 2026 involving national teams that failed to secure spots at the World Cup to be jointly hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada. The event would feature countries from different confederations who endured disappointing qualifying campaigns.
Although no confirmed list has been released, media discussions have floated names such as Serbia, Greece, Italy, Chile, Peru, Venezuela, Nigeria, Cameroon, Benin Republic, and China footballing nations with pedigree but without tickets to North America.
For Russia, the proposed tournament carries significance far beyond sport. Since 2022, Russian teams have been suspended from FIFA and UEFA competitions, leaving the country searching for avenues to maintain international relevance.
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) on June 6 arranged an international friendly game with Russia which ended in 1-1 draw.
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ON YOUR MANDATE...This will turn out to be the most scandalous and shameful development ever in Nigeria's democratic evolution. By the time PBAT is finished with Nigeria, certainly, Nigeria would have been totally finished! We must Stop Tinubu/APC in 2027
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