Former England captain John Terry has described Nigeria’s absence from the FIFA World Cup as a major disappointment, saying the Super Eagles are a big miss on football’s biggest stage.

Terry made the remarks while reacting to the ongoing tournament, noting that Nigeria’s passionate fan base and rich football talent make the country one of the most exciting teams to watch internationally.

He said the World Cup feels incomplete without teams like Nigeria, which traditionally bring energy, skill, and unpredictability to the competition.

According to him, African football continues to grow in influence globally, and Nigeria remains one of the continent’s strongest representatives in the sport.

Terry added that the absence of the Super Eagles highlights how competitive World Cup qualification has become, especially for teams outside Europe and South America.

Football analysts also agree that Nigeria’s failure to qualify reflects deeper issues within the country’s football structure, including inconsistency in team performance and management challenges.

Fans have similarly expressed disappointment, with many saying they miss seeing the Super Eagles compete against top global sides on the world stage.

Despite the setback, observers believe Nigeria still has the talent pool to return stronger in future tournaments if proper development structures are put in place.

The remarks from Terry add to growing global commentary on Nigeria’s absence, as the World Cup continues without one of Africa’s most popular teams.