Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has opened up about the profound grief he experienced after losing both his parents, revealing that he even contemplated quitting football.
In an emotional interview with ACL Sport on Wednesday, Nwabali said, “Most times I feel like quitting, you know? I feel like quitting because of my mom and dad. My mom was so dear to me. It’s really painful, man. Really painful to be talking about my mom today.”
He reflected on the depth of his loss, adding, “It really hurts. It’s not a nice feeling for any human being to lose both parents at the same time. I’ve tried not to dwell on it, but here I am. It’s very difficult.”
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Nwabali’s mother passed away on January 1, 2025, just a month after the death of his father.
Despite the unimaginable sorrow, he credited his teammates for supporting him and helping him continue his football career.
“I remember talking to my captain about wanting to leave football. But with the help of some of my teammates, I keep going. It really hurts, but I’m standing here playing football,” he said.
