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The brilliant Super Eagles player impressed on his return after a dark period of grief for his father.
Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has made a poignant return to action with South African club Chippa United after taking time off to mourn the passing of his father.
Nwabali was unable to participate in Nigeria’s crucial AFCON qualifier against Rwanda, where the Super Eagles suffered a disappointing home defeat, ending their qualification campaign on a sour note.
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The 28-year-old goalkeeper had been a key figure for the Super Eagles, notably becoming the first-choice keeper during the AFCON 2023 tournament.
His absence from the squad was confirmed by Nigeria's coach Augustine Eguavoen, who emphasised the need to allow Nwabali to grieve.
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The team’s loss in Uyo not only impacted their standing but also saw them drop eight places in the FIFA World Rankings.
After a period of mourning, Nwabali returned to the pitch and helped Chippa United secure a clean sheet in a goalless draw against SuperSport United.
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He took to Instagram to celebrate his performance, posting: “Clean sheet and Man Of The Match! Substantial teamwork!!!💪 keep moving Chilli boys.”
This message showed both his resilience and appreciation for his teammates' support during a challenging time.
The outpouring of condolences from fans and fellow players during his bereavement highlighted the solidarity within the football community.
Many expressed their support for Nwabali, acknowledging his strength in returning to play so soon after such a significant loss.
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In response to the support he received, Nwabali shared his gratitude on social media, indicating that he felt bolstered by the encouragement.
His journey back to form will be closely watched as he continues to balance his professional commitments with personal healing.
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