AFCON 2025
South Africa’s Premier League side, Chippa United have confirmed the departure of Super Eagles’ goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali.
Chippa United announced the departure of the former Enyimba and Katsina United goalkeeper in a letter on its social media pages on Thursday morning.
The club says Nwabali submitted a request to leave, and it was granted after careful consideration following his return from the Africa Cup of Nations.
Chippa United Football Club confirms that Stanley Nwabali has formally submitted a request to depart club. After careful consideration, the club has agreed to grant his release. We would like to sincerely thank Stanley Nwabali for the years of service, commitment, and professionalism he has shown during his time at Chippa United Football Club. His contribution to the club will always be appreciated.
The club wishes Stanley every success in the next chapter of his career and in all his future endeavours.
CHILLI BOYS
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Nwabali joined Chippa from Kastina United in 2022 on a four-year contract. Scheduled to expire in 2026, he extended it by 3yrs in 2024. Yet, asked to leave the club. Unlike Napoli and Atalanta, his request was granted, and his contract was terminated.
His last appearance for the club was in October 2025, in a goalless draw against Magesi, after which he reportedly sustained an injury that cast doubt on his AFCON status.
Stanley Nwabali later played through the reported injury, but has yet to make an appearance for Chippa since November 4th, 2025.
Nwabali has been linked with a move to Moroccan giant, Raja Casablanca, and Kaizer Chiefs. He’s also been linked to the Saudi side, Al-Ettifaq, and Queens Park Rangers of England.
