Nigeria have certified for the 2026 World Cup qualifying playoffs, following their 4-0 victory over Benin Republic on Tuesday night.
The Tremendous Eagles cruised to a convincing win on the Godswill Akpabio Worldwide Stadium, because of a chic hat-trick from Victor Osimhen.
Frank Onyeka added an important fourth purpose, boosting Nigeria’s purpose distinction as they completed among the many finest runners-up from Africa.
The highest 4 runners-up from the continent will face one another in a mini-tournament in November 2025.
Up to now, solely Gabon and Cameroon have confirmed qualification alongside Nigeria.
The FIFA playoffs match will see six nations compete for the ultimate two spots on the 2026 World Cup.
It’s going to contain two groups from CONCACAF and one staff every from the AFC, CAF, CONMEBOL and OFC.
The 4 lowest-ranked nations will meet in bracket semi-finals, whereas the 2 highest-ranked sides will advance on to the finals.
The winners of the 2 bracket finals will safe qualification for the 2026 World Cup.
