The Super Eagles of Nigeria may miss the next World Cup, which could negatively impact the international marketability of the country's top football talent and hinder the development of the domestic game, according to Vanguard Sports.

A report from Vanguard Sports warns that failing to vote out the current Nigerian Football Federation (NFF) leadership could result in Nigeria missing another World Cup. This concern arises as the FIFA World Cup, co-hosted by the USA, Mexico, and Canada, continues to attract global attention with its expanded format featuring 48 national teams.

The Nigeria Football Federation's current board remains in place despite failing to qualify for the ongoing World Cup, a situation that has led to resignations in other countries such as Italy, where the head of the football federation stepped down after the men's team missed qualification for the third consecutive time. This contrasts with actions taken in nations like Saudi Arabia, Uruguay, South Korea, and Scotland, where leadership changes occurred following similar failures.

Nigeria and Cape Verde are noted as the only African nations to have scored multiple goals against Argentina in a World Cup match, highlighting their unique historical connection in the tournament's context. This shared achievement underscores their performances on the world stage.

Since the inception of the FIFA World Cup, no African nation has won the tournament, despite the continent producing numerous talented footballers such as JayJay Okocha, George Weah, and Mohamed Salah. The article explores the factors that could contribute to an African country's success in achieving this prestigious title.

Despite a record nine African teams reaching the World Cup Round of 32, seven were eliminated, highlighting the challenges faced by African teams in advancing in the tournament. The reasons behind the frequent stalling of African World Cup hopes are explored, particularly in light of recent performances, including those of Cape Verde.