The Super Eagles of Nigeria will face the Democratic Republic of Congo in the 2026 World Cup playoff final.
The winner of this game will advance to the inter-confederation play-offs in March 2026 in a bid to qualify for the World Cup finals in Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
Super Eagles defeated Gabon 4-1 in their semi-final game, with goals from Akor Adams, Chidera Ejuke, and Victor Osimhen, who scored a brace, making sure Nigeria sealed the victory to advance to the next stage.
DR Congo snatched a shocking victory, as they thrashed Cameroon 1-0 after Captain Chancel Mbemba headed in a late winner in stoppage time, to give his country a chance of qualifying for next year’s tournament.
The finals will be played on Sunday, November 16 at the newly built Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Morocco.
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