Super Eagles goalkeeper, Stanley Nwabali, has announced the passing of his father.

Nwabali took to Instagram story on Friday to share a post announcing the passing of the father with a tearful emoji.

The Chippa United of South Africa goalkeeper did not disclose the cause of the father’s death, but wrote “Rest in peace dad.”

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Nwabali was in goal on Thursday when Benin Republic held Nigeria to a draw in a qualification game for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

The Eagles had already qualified for the competition heading into Thursday’s match which was played in Ivory Coast, the 1-1 draw means they will finish the group as leaders.