NIGERIA’S WORLD CUP QUALIFYING HOPES DIM AFTER DRAW WITH SOUTH AFRICA

Disappointing 1-1 draw puts Super Eagles’ 2026 World Cup qualification on a knife-edge.

Fans and analysts are concerned after Nigeria’s stalemate against South Africa, severely weakening their chances for Qatar 2026. Experts say Nigeria must win upcoming matches against Lesotho and Benin with strong goal differences while hoping for South Africa’s slip. A possible point deduction for South Africa due to an ineligible player could improve Nigeria’s fate. Despite the challenges, fans urge focus and maximum effort in the final games.