The Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to face Zimbabwe in a crucial World Cup qualifier. A victory would lift Nigeria to nine points, aiding their qualification chances. Captain Ekong emphasizes the significance of the match as the team aims to capitalize on recent momentum following a win against Rwanda. The NFF encourages fan engagement with incentives and ticket offers for the match at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium.
The Super Eagles of Nigeria are poised to secure a decisive victory against Zimbabwe in their upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup African Qualifiers. This crucial Matchday 6 fixture will take place at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo on Tuesday. A win would elevate Nigeria to nine points, significantly enhancing their prospects of qualifying for the World Cup.
Captain William Troost-Ekong highlights the match’s significance, emphasizing the necessity to seize control and capitalize on scoring opportunities, mirroring their recent 2-0 triumph over Rwanda. Ekong stated, “We are looking forward to a win… Our aim is to take it one match at a time, collect three points here and there and hope fervently that these will be enough to get us the ticket.”
Despite a challenging start to their qualifying campaign, where Nigeria remained winless in their first four matches, their victory in Kigali has revitalized their hopes, moving them to fourth place in Group C with six points. Zimbabwe, conversely, sits at the bottom with three points and will be aiming to improve their situation against the Super Eagles.
The Zimbabwe Warriors, led by ZIFA Vice President Kennedy Ndebele, have arrived in Uyo and conducted a training session at the stadium. The Super Eagles held their training later that day under the supervision of prominent football officials, including NFF General Secretary Mohammed Sanusi and other members of the NFF Executive Committee.
FIFA has appointed Eritrean referee Teklu Mogos Tsegay to officiate the match, supported by a team of assistants and a match commissioner from Ghana. Other Group C matches will see South Africa face Benin Republic and Lesotho play against Rwanda.
The Nigeria Football Federation continues to incentivize the Super Eagles with sponsorships for player awards. Nigerian Breweries will present the Man of the Match award along with a cash prize, while Carloha will sponsor the Most Valuable Player award.
In a bid to bolster fan engagement, Mr. Sanusi announced that the first 500 supporters purchasing tickets will receive a Super Eagles home jersey. He encouraged fans to attend in large numbers, echoing the support seen in the recent match in Kigali. Tickets will be on sale on game day, priced at ₦3,000 for VIP and ₦1,000 for regular seats.
The Super Eagles are determined to keep their World Cup hopes alive with a critical match against Zimbabwe. A victory could significantly boost their standing in the qualifiers. With strong leadership from Captain Ekong and a motivated fan base, the team aims to overcome their early setbacks and secure their path to the World Cup.
Original Source: www.premiumtimesng.com
