When the final squad list for Nigeria’s World Cup Qualifiers dropped, fans across the nation and fans of the nation’s elite league, the Nigeria Premier Football League (NPFL) combed through the names, searching for familiar faces and potential game-changers. One name stood out: “Kehinde Bankole”.
The Remo Stars goalkeeper had over the years quietly built a reputation for sharp reflexes and commanding presence between the posts, and his consistent performances NPFL finally earned him a coveted spot in the national team.
Bankole’s inclusion is a testament to the Super Eagles’ coaching staff’s commitment to scouting talent locally and rewarding hard work.
