Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali has announced the passing of his mother, who died in the late hours of Wednesday, January 1, 2025.
Nwabali shared the heartbreaking news on his official X account, expressing his grief: “RIP mom, worst year of my life already.”
While the circumstances of her death remain undisclosed, Nwabali’s post reflects his profound sorrow, compounded by the loss of his father just two months ago. His father died in November 2024 during Nigeria’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Rwanda.
The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has expressed condolences to the Super Eagles goalkeeper.
“Our heartfelt condolences to Stanley Nwabali on the loss of his mother.
“Stay strong, Stanley. Sending you strength and support during this difficult time. You are not alone; we are all with you,” the NFF wrote on X.
The past two months have been challenging for the Super Eagles’ number-one goalkeeper. Rising to prominence during the 2023 AFCON in Ivory Coast, Nwabali kept five clean sheets in the tournament, solidifying his place as one of Africa’s top goalkeepers. Since then, he has earned 13 caps for Nigeria, showcasing consistency and resilience.
