The 29-year-old faced backlash for some errors in the 2-1 victory against Lesotho and was called out for losing his composure during the crucial encounter with Benin Republic.
However, coach Eric Chelle has thrown his full support behind Nwabali ahead of their 2026 World Cup play-off next month and the AFCON 2025 that begins in December.
“I need to have a player with character,” said Chelle on Eagle 7FM.
"Maybe sometimes he needs to relax, the reality is Stanley gives everything for his team, teammates and his country. So sometimes he makes some mistakes, and this is normal, but the reality is he gives everything.
"All the players in this team gave everything and they will give everything again."
The Super Eagles are set to face Gabon for a chance to advance to the final of the World Cup playoff round, where they will face the winners between DR Congo and Cameroon.
"Stanley or maybe the other goalkeeper or players. I won't talk about what happened before, this is not important, the most important now is Gabon," added the 47-year-old coach.
Orbit College head coach Pogiso Makhoye says his side are on track to achieve their aims of retaining their Betway Premiership status in their first season in the South African top-flight.
Chelsea legend and former Nigeria captain John Obi Mikel has urged the Super Eagles to approach their upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier playoff against Gabon with total focus and commitment.
Golden Arrows coach Manqoba Mngqithi cut a frustrated figure after watching his side crash out of the Carling Knockout semi-finals despite dominating large spells against Marumo Gallants at King Goodwill Zwelithini Stadium on Sunday.
Former Kaizer Chiefs midfielder Kgaogelo Sekgota is embracing a new chapter in his life and career after completing a four-month rehabilitation programme at the Hope of Achievers Rehabilitation Centre outside Polokwane.
