Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong is pleased that Wilfred Ndidi has been cleared to face the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Ndidi was initially expected to miss the 2026 FIFA World Cup African playoffs final due to suspension. The 29-year-old received his second booking in the qualifying series against Gabon on Thursday night.
The Besiktas star has now been cleared by the Confederation of African Football, CAF, to feature against the Leopards on Sunday in Rabat.
Troost-Ekong said the team is happy with the decision.
“We are happy that Wilfred can play tomorrow, the clarification is out now, no issues. We also understand what it means for any player on yellow card to miss a game. It’s good to know that he is available for the game,” Troost-Ekong told the Super Eagles media.
Ndidi produced an impressive display in Nigeria’s win over Gabon, providing the assist for the Super Eagles’ third goal, scored by Victor Osimhen.
