The Super Eagles won’t be at the 2026 World Cup in Canada, the US, and Mexico!
This was after Nigeria lost on penalties to DR Congo in a tightly-contested African play-offs final on Sunday.
The game ended 1-1 after normal and extra time. But during penalties, the Leopards of DR Congo overpowered the Super Eagles 3-4 to pick Africa’s sole ticket for the intercontinental play-offs billed for March next year.
Nigeria had taken the lead, just three minutes into the final game in Rabat, Morocco.
Midfielder Frank Onyeka struck just within minutes of the game to give Nigeria the advantage.
The Super Eagles looked to make it two but were unable to finish off their chances. As the game wore on, the Central Africans grew into the match, dictating the tempo of the game.
It did not take long before they got things levelled. Mechak Elia equalized in the 32nd minute, pegging Nigeria back.
The first half ended like that, but there were surprises when Victor Osimhen did not return for the next 45 minutes.
More to follow…
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