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Former Super Eagles midfielder, Ogenyi Onazi, is tipping the current squad to beat Gabon in next month’s crucial 2026 World Cup play-off game.
Nigeria demolished Benin Republic 4-0 to book their spot in the African playoffs.
Speaking to Footy-Africa, Onazi said Eric Chelle’s men now have a second chance at making it to next year’s tournament, following a poor start to the qualifying series.
“A lot went wrong at the start of the qualifiers, but now, with the passion and determination the team has shown, you can see they understand what it means to play at the World Cup,” Onazi said.
“The players have shown commitment, and I believe that drive will take them through.”
If Nigeria beat Gabon on November 13, they will then take on either Cameroon or DR Congo for Africa’s sole ticket to the intercontinental playoffs.
