Super Eagles chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup is almost in tatters after playing out a one-all draw against Zimbabwe.
After a series of missed chances and lackluster display on front of goal, Victor Osimhen broke the deadlock in the 74th minute.
The Galatasaray striker met Ola Aina’s brilliant cross from the box with pin-point header to put the Super Eagles ahead.
Wilfred Ndidi missed the chance to seal the game for the Super Eagles as he failed to direct his towards goal.
Substitute Tawanda Chirewa scored in the first minute of added time to equalize and bag a point for the Brave Warriors.
The result leaves Nigeria’s chances of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup in great jeopardy as table toppers South Africa secured a 2-0 win away at Benin Republic.
Nigeria with a point gained against Zimbabwe remain in fourth spot with seven points from siz matches.
