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- Super Eagles midfielder Alex Iwobi expressed disappointment but offered his full support to teammate William Troost-Ekong following the 32-year-old defender’s decision to retire from international football after 10 years and 83 appearances for Nigeria.
Alex Iwobi, a key midfielder for the Super Eagles, has voiced his disappointment following the international retirement of his teammate William Troost-Ekong. Troost-Ekong, who concluded his decade-long tenure with the national team on Thursday, leaves a significant gap in the squad.
Highly regarded for his defensive skills, the 32-year-old center-back was anticipated to lead the team as captain in the forthcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations. Iwobi commended Troost-Ekong for his invaluable contributions to Nigerian football.
“It’s definitely a tough moment for us because he’s such a crucial part of our squad,” Iwobi shared with Sporty TV. “Ultimately, I wish him the best. He’s like a brother to me, having greatly supported Nigeria and myself. I hope the next phase of his life is successful, and we’ll continue to rally behind him.”
Troost-Ekong retires after an impressive 83 appearances for the three-time African champions.
In a separate development, new insights have emerged regarding the unexpected conclusion of BBNaija star Mercy Atang’s marriage.
The mother of one had a glamorous wedding in 2024, with photos and videos from the event dominating social media. Mercy also shared affectionate clips online at the time, proudly speaking about the special role her father-in-law assigned to her after the ceremony.
However, the marriage barely lasted a year. Mercy later confirmed the breakup after a curious fan questioned her about it on social media.
Following her confirmation, a social media user identified as Hector Babe claimed to know what contributed to the collapse of the union. According to her, Mercy’s online lifestyle may have strongly influenced the outcome of the marriage.
Hector accused the reality TV star of constantly dancing and flaunting her curves online, questioning why a married woman would engage in such content and who she was doing it for. She added that she was relieved King David Oyekanmi had moved on.
Other fans also weighed in on the matter. One commenter suggested that Mercy may have been too attached to the glamour of her celebrity life, making her unwilling to relocate abroad to live with her husband.
