On his Twitter page, William Troost-Ekong poured out his emotions following the final match of the Africa Cup of Nations, expressing gratitude to Nigeria and acknowledging the bittersweet feeling of losing.
He tweeted, “NAIJA THANK YOU! I LOVE U DIE 🇳🇬 NO WORDS CAN JUSTIFY THE FEELING OF LOSING A FINAL. I’M PROUD OF OUR TEAM, OUR NATION, AND OUR SPIRIT. HEADS UP, KEEP TRYING, WE WILL SOAR AGAIN. CONGRATULATIONS CIV!”
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Troost-Ekong’s heartfelt message reflects the disappointment of falling short in the final match but also highlights his pride in representing Nigeria and the team’s resilience throughout the tournament.
Despite the loss, he encourages his teammates and fellow Nigerians to remain positive, keep their heads up, and continue striving for success in the future.
Additionally, William Troost-Ekong’s achievement in the tournament further solidifies his place in history.
He equals Stephen Keshi’s record as the highest-scoring defender in AFCON history with 4 goals.
As captain, Troost-Ekong led Nigeria to the AFCON final and won the TotalEnergies Man of the Competition award, demonstrating his exceptional leadership and performance on the field.
His words convey a sense of unity and determination, emphasizing the unwavering spirit of the Nigerian team and the nation as a whole, despite the outcome of the final match.
