William Troost-Ekong came under harsh knocks, especially from the Nigeria Football Federation no less, following his error in Bloemfontein
Former Nigeria striker Yakubu Aiyegbeni has defended Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong after the defender's own goal against South Africa intensified calls for him to retire from international football, Soccernet.ng reports .
William Troost-Ekong, who has been one of Nigeria's most reliable performers in recent years, was heavily criticised after his mistake in the World Cup qualifier.