FIFA World Cup Qualifiers: Nigeria Held to Disappointing Draw

The Super Eagles of Nigeria were left reeling after a 1-1 draw against Zimbabwe in their FIFA World Cup qualifier match in Uyo ¹. Victor Osimhen scored in the 74th minute, but Zimbabwe’s Chirewa equalized in the 90th minute, dashing Nigeria’s hopes of securing a crucial win.

This disappointing result sees South Africa take the top spot in Group C with 13 points, while Nigeria drops to fourth position ¹. With only four games left to play, the Super Eagles’ chances of qualifying for the FIFA World Cup are now under serious threat.

In other Group C matches, South Africa solidified their lead with a 2-0 win over Benin Republic, while Rwanda and Lesotho played out a 1-1 draw ¹.

The qualifying series will resume in September, leaving Nigeria with a mountain to climb if they hope to secure a spot in the 2026 FIFA World Cup.