Wilfred Ndidi Appointed New Super Eagles Captain Ahead of AFCON 2025

Besiktas midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has been named the new captain of Nigeria’s Super Eagles as the team prepares for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco. Ndidi takes over the leadership role following the recent retirement of William Troost-Ekong from the national team.

Speaking on his appointment, the 29-year-old midfielder described the responsibility as a “huge role” and emphasized the need for teamwork among players and staff to achieve success in Morocco.

Ndidi calls for unity and teamwork ahead of AFCON matches

“It is a huge role, but I think with the help of the players, everything will go smoothly. I have had conversations with a couple of the older players to make them understand the reason why we are here,” Ndidi said.
“I also need the support of the staff because we are all in this together. We have had conversations about the task ahead, and it is very important that we are all on the same page.”

The Super Eagles are drawn in Group C alongside Tunisia, Uganda, and Tanzania. Nigeria will face Tanzania in their opening match on December 23 at the Complexe Sportif de Fes, before meeting Tunisia on December 27 and Uganda on December 30.

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Ndidi, who made his debut for the Super Eagles in 2015, now leads a squad determined to deliver strong performances in Morocco, with fans hopeful that his leadership will inspire the team to AFCON glory.