Super Eagles stars Alex Iwobi and Ola Aina have taken to social media to reassure fans following Nigeria’s frustrating 1-1 draw against Zimbabwe in Uyo.
The result leaves Nigeria in a precarious position in their bid to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
After securing a crucial win against Rwanda, hopes were high that the Super Eagles could build momentum.
However, a late equalizer from Zimbabwe dashed those expectations, leaving many fans frustrated and concerned about the team’s chances.
Reacting to the disappointing result, Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi took to Snapchat to express confidence in Nigeria’s qualification.
“We’ll make [the] World Cup in the mighty name of Jesus,” he wrote, reaffirming his belief in the team’s ability to turn things around.
Nottingham Forest full-back Ola Aina echoed the same sentiment on his own social media page, simply stating:
“We will make this WC chill.”
Their messages serve as a morale boost for Nigerian football fans, many of whom were left disheartened by the team’s late collapse against Zimbabwe.
Nigeria’s Qualification Hopes Hanging by a Thread
Mathematically, Nigeria can still qualify, but their path has become more difficult.
The Super Eagles currently sit in fourth place in Group C with seven points, trailing group leaders South Africa, who have 13 points.
Rwanda and Benin follow with eight points each, while Lesotho (6 points) and Zimbabwe (4 points) remain behind.
With only the group winners earning an automatic spot at the World Cup, Nigeria must now rely on a strong finish in their remaining four matches.
However, they still have a lifeline through the intercontinental playoffs, where second-placed teams will have another chance to qualify.
The pressure is mounting, and the Super Eagles must respond quickly if they want to keep their World Cup dreams alive.
The next round of World Cup qualifiers will take place in September, giving the Super Eagles time to regroup and find solutions before their crucial fixtures.
