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Troost-Ekong's leadership and defensive skills were important to Nigeria's successful journey at the 2023 AFCON in Ivory Coast.
Nigeria and Al-Kholood's centre-back William Troost-Ekong has been recognised for his outstanding performance at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).
The Super Eagles captain was awarded a special honour at the African Nations Football Awards (ANFA) in Cairo, Egypt.
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Troost-Ekong's leadership and defensive prowess were instrumental in Nigeria's impressive run at the tournament where the Super Eagles finished second.
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‘JUSTICE’ - Super Eagles captain Troost Ekong reacts to CAF sanction on Libya
Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong has expressed his happiness after the Confederation of African Football sanctioned Libya.
He contributed three goals and helped Nigeria keep four clean sheets - a feat that earned him the prestigious Player of the Tournament award.
Troost-Ekong bags another award
The prestigious African Nations Football Awards (ANFA) held in Cairo, Egypt is another feather added to the cap of one of Nigeria's most-dependable players.
"I want to say a big thank you to everyone at the ANFA Awards, first of all for being nominated, and now, from what I understand, to have won the prize, so it is a big honour for me.
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"Unfortunately, I couldn’t make it to the ceremony. I am in transit, and I will be travelling to join the national team later today, so I couldn’t make it to the ceremony," Troost-Ekong said.
The defender has also received a nomination for the CAF African Footballer of the Year award, further highlighting his exceptional performance during the AFCON earlier this year.
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