Victor Osimhen goal not enough as Nigeria held in World Cup qualifier

Nigeria lost two points on its lawn by granting the draw (1-1) despite a goal from its attacker Victor Osimhen on the sixth day of the World playoffs 2026. The Super Eagles are far from the head of the C hen where Benin's South Africa winner (1-0) sits.

Victor Osimhen goal not enough as Nigeria held in World Cup qualifier

The pressure is firmly back on the Super Eagles in their battle to qualify for next summer’s World Cup

Nigeria 1-1 Zimbabwe: Osimhen's goal not enough, South Africa win again

A last-minute equaliser robbed the Eagles of the needed victory and ensured Nigerians continue to hope that South Africa falter in their last four matches The post Nigeria 1-1 Zimbabwe: Osimhen’s goal not enough, South Africa win again appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.

UPDATED: Super Eagles’ World Cup hopes hang in balance as Zimbabwe rally late

Nigeria’s World Cup qualification hopes suffered another setback on Tuesday as the Super Eagles were held to a 1-1 draw by Zimbabwe at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State. Fresh from a 2-0 victory over Rwanda, Nigeria came into the game looking to build momentum in their qualification campaign. However, despite dominating

Nigeria’s World Cup Hopes Held Back After Zimbabwe Draw

A scene during the match   Nigeria’s bid for a 2026 FIFA World Cup spot suffered a setback as Zimbabwe scored a last-minute equalizer to force a 1-1 draw in Uyo. Victor Osimhen’s diving header had put the Super Eagles on course for victory, but Tawanda Chirewa stunned the home crowd with a 90th-minute strike past Stanley Nwabali. With six games played, Nigeria now trails Group C leaders South Africa by six points. South Africa extended their lea…

“Victor Osimhen loves everything around him and has adapted to that reality perfectly. He is now focused on making a difference this season. He will decide on his future later.”