Nigeria striker Akor Adams calls for immediate action to avoid historic World Cup drought

The Sevilla striker believes the conversation must move beyond disappointment and towards decisive action, warning that a third consecutive absence in 2030 would have far-reaching consequences for the country's football identity.

Speaking via LaLiga, Adams stressed that the road to redemption cannot be delayed. For him, preparation is not a distant concept tied to qualifiers, but a daily commitment that must start now - both on and off the pitch.

"We are motivated to make sure we don't disappoint ourselves and Nigerians again," Adams said, as quoted by Pulse Sports.

"Another miss would take a very big toll on Nigerian football. The preparation starts now. It starts every day leading up to 2030."

Nigeria's absence from the next World Cup marks a second straight failure to reach football's biggest stage, a stark contrast to the nation's rich history at the tournament since their debut in 1994.

Adams believes that legacy now places an obligation on the current generation to respond with urgency and accountability.

Beyond the players, the 24-year-old pointed to a broader responsibility that stretches to administrators and decision-makers.

In his view, meaningful progress will depend on alignment between the technical team, the squad, and the federation - a collective effort to restore standards and direction.

Despite the setback, there remains an opportunity for the Super Eagles to reset. Their upcoming participation in the Unity Cup in London, alongside Jamaica, India and Zimbabwe, offers a platform to begin rebuilding momentum and belief within the squad. 

READ MORE: Harry Kane and Luis Diaz fire Bayern Munich into DFB-Pokal final