Super Eagles fullback Felix Agu has expressed delight with earning his maiden call-up to the national team and making his debut in the recently concluded Unity Cup, revealing that his ambition is to win the Africa Cup of Nations and secure a place at the next FIFA World Cup.
Agu, 25, who previously represented Germany at youth level, was cleared by the German Football Federation to switch allegiance ahead of the Unity Cup in London. He had featured in two friendly matches for Germany’s U21 team back in 2019.
The Werder Bremen defender made his Super Eagles debut in the final of the Unity Cup, where he played 83 minutes in a thrilling 2-2 draw against Jamaica. Nigeria eventually emerged victorious via a penalty shootout to claim the trophy.
In an exclusive interview with sports journalist Ayodele Olu Ibidapo, Agu reflected on his decision to represent Germany at youth level, explaining it was a matter of convenience at the time, but affirmed his readiness now to fully commit to Nigeria.
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“A few years ago when I went to play for the German U21s, it was more of a decision of comfort because I knew some players there. I was still very young so it would have been a big step for me to come here as a player who has never at that time switched clubs, so it was more of a decision of comfort,” Agu said.
“Now I feel ready and to play for the national team is the biggest honor you can have and I’m very happy to be called up and be welcomed by the team.”
Looking ahead, Agu shared his personal goals with the Super Eagles, stressing that winning titles for Nigeria holds greater significance than club-level achievements. He emphasised his desire to help the team reclaim the AFCON title and qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
“On a personal level, achieving something with the national team is even bigger than on the club level. The goal is to win the African Cup of Nations again, not just make the final but win it. Of course everyone wants to see Nigeria on the biggest stage, to qualify for the World Cup, and it’s next year so we’ll try our best to make it.”
He also spoke about the warm welcome he received in the Super Eagles camp, mentioning familiar faces from his time in Germany and other teammates who helped him settle in quickly.
“Everyone welcomed me with open arms but I know some players from Germany like Nathan Tella who I’ve played against, Frank Onyeka, Boniface, also Maduka Okoye. All the players welcomed me very well so it’s a very good feeling to be here.”
Agu praised the quality within the current Super Eagles squad and stressed the importance of developing a winning mentality on the pitch, warning that there is no margin for error in the World Cup qualifiers and the AFCON.
“I see the quality in the team, the players have a lot of potential, it’s just about getting the right mindset on the pitch, to really know what it’s all about because there’s no room for errors anymore, we have to win all or we don’t make it.”
“We need to have this in mind and take on every game like this. Also in the African Cup of Nations, it’s the same thing. We have to do the same like the last time, but just finish the deal. I don’t think there’s any other nation, not just in Africa, that has the quality we have upfront. It’s just about the mindset on the pitch.”
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