By Latiifah Amusan
The Nigeria senior men’s football team, the Super Eagles, have secured their place among the top ten most valuable national teams in the world.
The Super Eagles now proudly hold the tenth position in global rankings for the most valuable national team squads, making them the highest-ranked African team in this prestigious list.
The African continent, home to 54 recognized sovereign states, has a rich football tradition, with each nation fielding its own national football team.
Notably, Nigeria stands as a leader in this tradition within Africa.
Over the past few years, Nigeria has witnessed a meteoric rise in the quality and quantity of attacking talents produced.
Players like Victor Osimhen, Victor Boniface, and Terem Moffi have made a significant impact, particularly in the striking department.
In a sport where quality strikers are at a premium, Nigeria now possesses a collection of highly valued attacking talents.
Notably, Victor Osimhen is currently valued at an impressive €120 million, with Ademola Lookman at €30 million, Victor Boniface at €40 million, Taiwo Awoniyi at €30 million, and even midfielders like Wilfred Ndidi and Alex Iwobi command substantial valuations, standing at €25 million and €28 million respectively.
The total valuation of the Super Eagles squad now amounts to a staggering €451.6 million.
The top ten most valuable national teams in the world represent a diverse mix of footballing powerhouses.
England leads the list with a valuation of €1.37 billion, followed by France (€1.05 billion), Portugal (€990 million), Brazil (€969 million), Spain (€811 million), Argentina (€797.5 million), Germany (€789.5 million), Italy (€636.5 million), Netherlands (€519 million), and Nigeria (€451.6 million).
This remarkable achievement not only places Nigeria firmly on the global football map but also underscores the nation’s commitment to developing world-class football talent.
The Super Eagles’ presence in the top ten most valuable national teams in the world is a testament to the rising influence of African football and the immense potential within the continent.
