Chukwueze Demands AFCON Respect, Compares to World Cup & Euros

• Nigeria forward Samuel Chukwueze advocates for AFCON to be respected equally with the European Championship and World Cup.
• The timing of this year's AFCON (Dec 21-Jan 18) caused controversy, clashing with European club seasons.
• Chukwueze stated AFCON is "one of the best competitions in the world" and players must honor national call-ups despite club commitments.
• He acknowledges the "wrong time" for scheduling but insists the competition's value is undeniable and clubs cannot prevent participation.
• Chukwueze, a Fulham winger, faces missing six club games if Nigeria advances to the AFCON round of 16.

Why It Matters: Samuel Chukwueze urges equal respect for AFCON, despite timing issues, highlighting its global importance.