Super Eagles captain, William Troost-Ekong, couldn’t resist a playful jab at the Black Stars following Nigeria’s thrilling victory over Ghana in a recent friendly clash.
In a highly anticipated matchup between the West African rivals, Nigeria emerged triumphant with a 2-1 win over Ghana in Marrakech.
Goals from Cyriel Dessers and Ademola Lookman secured the victory for the AFCON finalist, marking Nigeria’s first win against Ghana since 2006.
Although Troost-Ekong missed the game due to injury, he didn’t miss the opportunity to join in on the banter.
Troost-Ekong banters Ghana
Taking to social media from his base in Finland, where he’s undergoing treatment, Troost-Ekong teased the Black Stars, reveling in Nigeria’s victory and adding a lighthearted touch to the longstanding rivalry between the two nations.
FOOD IS READY 🇳🇬😉 WELL DONE @NGSuperEagles pic.twitter.com/KI5LlWHIP1
— William Troost-Ekong (M.O.N) (@WTroostEkong) March 22, 2024
The rivalry between Ghana and Nigeria extends beyond the football pitch, with both countries often engaging in friendly banter over various cultural aspects, including the beloved West African dish, Jollof rice.

Matches between the two nations are playfully dubbed the ‘Jollof’ derby, adding an extra layer of excitement to their encounters.
Troost-Ekong shares a picture of himself holding “jollof” which dragged many fans to comment.
Cyriel Dessers also took to social media to share his delight saying “Naija no dey carry last”
Both teams used the friendly fixture as valuable preparation for the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers scheduled for June.
As the road to the World Cup heats up, every opportunity to fine-tune strategies and test players’ abilities becomes crucial for both sides.
In a fiercely contested game, Rangers forward Cyriel Dessers opened the scoring for Nigeria from the penalty spot, setting the tone for an intense battle.

Second-half substitute Ademola Lookman extended Nigeria’s lead with a well-taken goal, assisted by Alex Iwobi.
Despite Ghana’s late surge, with striker Jordan Ayew finding the back of the net, Nigeria held on to secure the victory.
Looking ahead, the Super Eagles are set to face the Eagles of Mali in their next fixture, while the Black Stars will lock horns with the Cranes of Uganda.
These matches offer further opportunities for both teams to fine-tune their strategies and assess their strengths and weaknesses before the World Cup qualifiers kick off.
As reported by Ghana Soccernet, the clash between Nigeria and Ghana showcased the competitive spirit and passion that define football in West Africa, leaving fans eagerly anticipating future encounters between these historic rivals.
Sports Buddy also reported about Nigeria vs Ghana rivalry which has been one of the most consistent showdowns in Africa for years, with both nations battling for dominance in all aspects in which they find themselves, from football to music, cuisine, athletics, etc.