Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 World Cup hit a snag after a disappointing result at a home game against Zimbabwe.
With six matches played, Nigeria sits fourth in Group C with seven points, while South Africa tops the group with 13.
The Super Eagles’ recent 1-1 stalemate with Zimbabwe has made their qualification path even more complicated.
Africa has been given nine automatic qualification spots for the tournament, with a tenth team having a chance through an intercontinental playoff.
Group winners earn direct qualification while the four best second-placed teams will battle for the playoff spots.
*Some teams in the playoff spots include;*
Gabon (15points)
Namibia (12 points)
Comoros (12 points)
Mozambique (12 points)
Cameroon (12 points)
Senegal (12 points)
Burkina Faso (11 points)