Nigeria has qualified for the FIFA World Cup a total of five times: in 1994, 1998, 2002, 2010, and 2018, but fail to qualify for 2022 Qatar World Cup.
The Nigerian national team, known as the Super Eagles, made their World Cup debut in 1994 and have since made appearances in the tournament four more times.
The team’s best performance came in 1994, when they reached the second round of the tournament. In that year, Nigeria defeated Bulgaria and Greece in the group stage before losing to Italy in the Round of 16. They also reached the second round in 1998, losing to Denmark in the Round of 16. In 2002, 2010, 2018 the team failed to progress to second round.
The Nigerian national team has a strong tradition in African football and has won the Africa Cup of Nations three times, in 1980, 1994, and 2013. They also finished as runners-up in the tournament three times.
Despite the lack of success on the global stage, the Super Eagles have a large and passionate fan base in Nigeria and across Africa. They are also known for their distinctive green and white kits and their vibrant pre-match dances.
Overall, Despite their lack of success, Nigeria’s World Cup appearances have been memorable for their passionate play and for the enthusiasm of their fans. Their successes at the Africa Cup of Nations highlights their potential to be a strong team on the world stage.