The Supers Eagles go to the African playoff final by crushing Gabon
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The Nigerian Super Eagles advanced to the last round of the African qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup on
Wednesday after defeating Gabon 4-1 in extra time.The Prince Moulay Hassan Stadium in Rabat, Morocco, hosted the game.
In the second half, Nigeria's Akor Adams opened the score, but Gabon's Mario Lemina equalized to send the game into extra time.
Osimhen spearheads Nigeria's comeback in extra time
Victor Osimhen led Nigeria's comeback in extra time, scoring twice to put the Super Eagles solidly in control after missing at point blank in the last seconds of the second half.
Gabon's hopes of qualifying were dashed when Chidera Ejuke added another goal, bringing the total to four.
Concentrate despite distractions off the pitch
Despite previous bonus conflicts between the players and the Nigeria Football Federation, which had threatened to interfere with preparations, the victory was achieved.
When it mattered most, though, the squad maintained focus and delivered a strong performance.
The Super Eagles' next task
On Sunday, Nigeria will play the winner of the final round between Cameroon and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with a spot in the intercontinental playoff up for grabs.
The Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, also called the Prince Héritier Moulay El Hassan Stadium, is the venue for the game.
Despite previous bonus conflicts between the players and the Nigeria Football Federation, which had threatened to interfere with preparations, the victory was achieved.
When it mattered most, though, the squad maintained focus and delivered a strong performance.
The Super Eagles' next task
On Sunday, Nigeria will play the winner of the final round between Cameroon and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with a spot in the intercontinental playoff up for grabs.
The Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, also called the Prince Héritier Moulay El Hassan Stadium, is the venue for the game.
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