By Tony Ubani
The world has turned its eyes to the beautiful game of football as the Federation of International Football Association, FIFA World Cup continues to generate interests from USA, Mexico and Canada, the three countries co-hosting the expanded World Cup of 48 national teams.
For billions of fans across the globe, the tournament represents the pinnacle of sporting competition — unity, passion, and fair play on the grandest stage.
For Nigerians, the World Cup will always carry a deeper resonance.
The Super Eagles’ inability to secure a spot at the global tournament has diminished the international marketability of Nigeria’s top talent and stunted the growth of the domestic game.
