Episode 16 of the Hometurf Podcast takes on the debate of the role of NPFL players in the Super Eagles.
Former Nigeria manager and NFF Technical Director, Augustine Eguavoen, and Pooja both agree that home based players deserve a place in the squad, with two NPFL players making the latest call-up; Kayode Bankole of Remo Stars and Niger Tornadoes midfielder Papa Daniel Mustapha.
But are they truly earning their place, or are they being selected to fill quotas while other Nigerian talents making waves in Europe are overlooked? With Nigeria’s World Cup hopes hanging in the balance, is this the time to prioritise experience over development?
Watch the discussion here, and let us know what you think in the comments.
Should NPFL players be picked for the Super Eagles? ???@PoojaMedia & @coacheguavoen discuss on #HomeTurfBet9ja's latest episode which is out now! ? pic.twitter.com/8dPVkpw44W
— Bet9ja: The home of #betBOOM! ? (@Bet9jaOfficial) March 17, 2025
Can Nigeria bounce back in World Cup qualifying? Bet on Nigeria vs Rwanda this Friday!
