NWABALI RETURNS TO CHIPPA UNITED FIVE MONTHS AFTER EXIT

July 12, 2026

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By: Muftau Fatimo

Super Eagles goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali has rejoined South African side Chippa United ahead of the 2026/27 season, five months after his departure from the club.

The 30-year-old returns to the Chilli Boys after several months out of competitive football following his exit in February 2026, a spell that impacted his place in Nigeria’s senior national team.

Chippa United confirmed Nwabali’s return in a post on its official social media platforms on Sunday.

“Chippa United Football Club is delighted to welcome @nwabali32 back to the Chilli Boys,” the club wrote.

In a follow-up statement, the club added, “After taking time away, Stanley Nwabali returns to the Eastern Cape, and we are pleased to welcome him back to the club.”

Nwabali joined Chippa United in 2022 and rose to prominence after his impressive performances for Nigeria at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations in Cote d’Ivoire, where the Super Eagles finished as runners-up.

His absence from club football in recent months, however, affected his regular playing time and saw him lose his place in the national team.

The goalkeeper will now hope to revive his career with consistent first-team football at Chippa United as he seeks to reclaim his spot in the Super Eagles ahead of upcoming international competitions