Ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier between Rwanda and Nigeria, Nigerian footballer Ola Aina has been making waves at the Super Eagles’ camp. Aina, who rejoined the squad for the critical match set for March 21, 2025, in Kigali, is determined to help Nigeria secure vital points in their World Cup qualification campaign.
The Nottingham Forest defender is back as the team looks to recover from a disappointing start, currently sitting with just three points in their group, trailing behind Rwanda, South Africa, and Benin. With the Super Eagles hoping to get back on track, Aina is expected to play a key role under the guidance of new head coach Eric Chelle.
Aina Gifts Birthday Boots to Super Eagles Secretary
Upon his arrival at the camp, Aina made an unforgettable gesture of team spirit and camaraderie. In a heartwarming moment, the footballer presented a brand-new pair of boots as a birthday gift to the Super Eagles’ team secretary. The surprise, captured in both a video and photo, showed Aina handing over the shoes in a box, a gesture that caught the attention of fans on social media. The accompanying message read, “Our trustworthy Sec. He deserves this one!!”
A Lighthearted Moment in Camp
Adding to the fun atmosphere, Aina and fellow Super Eagles star Alex Iwobi found themselves in a humorous situation when they were assigned to share a bed in the team’s camp accommodation. The pair was clearly surprised by the arrangement, which led to playful banter between them. In a viral video, Aina jokingly warned, “Iwobi should not kiss me!” during the lighthearted exchange.
With Coach Chelle having held his first training session, excitement is building in the Super Eagles camp as they prepare for the crucial clash against Rwanda in their bid for World Cup qualification.
