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Nathan Tella, Bayer Leverkusen forward, has openly expressed his ambition to don the Nigerian colours at the prestigious 2023 Africa Cup of Nations.
Despite making a noteworthy debut in Nigeria's 2026 World Cup qualification campaign, Tella faced a setback as he was omitted from the final squad for the continental showdown.
Setback at AFCON: Tella's Reflections
Despite his eagerness and contributions during the qualifiers, Tella was disappointed as he was left out of Nigeria's squad for the Africa Cup of Nations.
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He candidly expressed his feelings about not being part of the tournament, as reported by Soccernet, "In my head, I wanted to play in the African Cup of Nations and I wasn’t called up. I was quite disappointed but then, at the same time, I looked at it as an opportunity to play here."
However, Tella chose to view this setback as a silver lining, allowing him to concentrate on his commitments with Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga. His positive outlook and continued success on the club front highlight his resilience and adaptability.
Tella's International Debut: A Dream Come True
Nathan Tella's journey with the Nigerian national team commenced during the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, where he featured in a crucial match against Zimbabwe.
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His debut was a milestone, marking his first foray into international football. Reflecting on this experience, Tella shared his enthusiasm with DFL Digital Sports, "It was good. I have always wanted to play international football. I never played international football when I was younger.
"So, for me, it was my first experience to be part of an international team and it was good! It was a good opportunity to play and see what international football was like."
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