FCT Minister Nyesom Wike has criticized the Super Eagles after Nigeria failed to qualify for the 2026 World Cup, leading to widespread anger and debate throughout the nation.

Amaju Pinnick has sparked discussion regarding his role in Nigerian football after a recent appearance on Arise TV, where he addressed the ongoing FIFA World Cup and the absence of Nigeria's Super Eagles. The conversation has raised questions about his position and leadership within the Nigerian Football Federation (NFF), particularly as many believe he should be stepping down from his role.

Peter Obi, the presidential candidate of the Nigeria Democratic Congress, has stated that Nigeria's failure to qualify for the FIFA World Cup is due to poor leadership and weak institutions. He made these comments in a statement on July 5, 2026, while also congratulating the African nations participating in the tournament.

Former Nigeria international Segun Odegbami has criticized the Nigerian football authorities, particularly the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), following the Super Eagles' failure to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup. He has called for the removal of individuals he describes as 'scavengers' who do not contribute positively to the sport.

William Troost-Ekong commented on Stanley Nwabali's decision to leave Chippa United, suggesting it was a mistake that resulted in Nwabali being without a club. This situation has affected Nwabali's chances of being selected for the Super Eagles team, according to Legit.ng.

William Troost-Ekong, the former captain of the Super Eagles, disclosed that he attempted to persuade Canadian striker Promise David to represent Nigeria instead of Canada. Despite considering a switch to Nigeria, David ultimately chose to play for Canada, following his participation with Nigeria's Olympic national team in 2023.