Enyimba FC striker Edidiong Ezekiel has paid a heartfelt tribute to Tremendous Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong, who introduced his retirement from worldwide soccer on Thursday, 4 December 2025.
Edidiong, who has represented Nigeria at U23 degree and with the Residence-based Tremendous Eagles, comes from Akwa Ibom State — the identical state as Troost-Ekong. In an emotional message posted on his social media account, the younger ahead praised the veteran defender for his management and impression on Nigerian soccer.
In his message, Edidiong wrote:
“Expensive Captain William Troost-Ekong,
Listening to the information of your retirement from worldwide soccer fills me with blended feelings. As a Nigerian and from the identical State as you, this second means rather a lot to me.
I’ll always remember the day we spoke. The calm manner you listened, the knowledge you shared, and the encouragement you gave me. Your phrases have stayed with me, and I’ll maintain them near my coronary heart as I proceed my profession. You didn’t simply lead the Tremendous Eagles on the pitch; you impressed so many people off the pitch together with your character, self-discipline and love for Nigeria.
You’re a legend, brother. You made us proud each single time you wore the inexperienced and white. Thanks for all the pieces you could have carried out for our nation, for the jersey, and for younger gamers like me who look as much as you.
Wishing you success in your subsequent chapter. Your legacy lives on in all of us.
Ceaselessly a Tremendous Eagle.”
He ended his message with hashtags honouring the previous captain: #E14 #Ekong #SuperEagles #KingJesusIsAlive.
Troost-Ekong, confirmed his retirement after incomes 83 caps for Nigeria. Throughout his time with the Tremendous Eagles, he gained three medals and took half in 5 main tournaments, together with the Africa Cup of Nations and the FIFA World Cup. He described representing Nigeria as “the best privilege” of his life.
Edidiong’s tribute displays the deep respect many Nigerian gamers and followers have for Troost-Ekong, who’s broadly seen as one of many nation’s most devoted leaders in recent times.
