Nigeria’s chances of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup took another blow after the Super Eagles were held to a 1-1 draw by Zimbabwe in a crucial qualifier played on home soil.
Victor Osimhen put Nigeria ahead in the 74th minute, giving the Super Eagles a much-needed breakthrough after a tense battle.
However, just when it seemed they would secure all three points, Zimbabwe’s Tawanda Chirewa struck in the 90th minute to level the score, leaving the Nigerian side frustrated.
The result adds to Nigeria’s struggles in the qualification race, as they continue to drop valuable points.
With strong competition in their group, the Super Eagles face increasing pressure to turn their campaign around and secure a place in the tournament, which will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
Fans and football analysts have expressed disappointment over the team’s inability to close out matches, urging tactical adjustments before the next round of qualifiers.
With time running out, Nigeria must find a way to regain momentum or risk missing out on the global football showpiece.