Alex Iwobi says Afcon is a special football tournament
Published: 12/22/2025

Nigeria's football star Alex Iwobi describes the Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) as a unique and culturally rich tournament. Iwobi, set to represent Nigeria at Afcon, discusses the importance of celebrating African diversity through football. Despite a previous loss in the final, Iwobi and Nigeria are motivated to clinch the title and redeem themselves after missing out on the World Cup. His journey from London to Nigeria's national team reflects his deep connection to his roots, emphasizing the significance of players like him representing their home country with pride.



