Which World Cup 2026 Teams Are Nigerians Backing?
Since the Super Eagles failed to qualify for World Cup 2026 in the USA, Nigerian fans are pledging loyalty to teams across the globe. Some are backing France for Kylian Mbappé’s star power and the chance to see him lift a second world title before thirty. Others support Portugal because of Cristiano Ronaldo’s legacy or Bruno Fernandes’s Balon d’Or hopes. A few choose nations with the most exciting or attractive players, from Erling Haaland’s Norway to Lionel Messi’s Argentina. Which country will you cheer for this summer? Share your pick and tell us why.
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