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Hope Dim For Nigeria’s Qualifications For 2026 World Cup Competition As Zimbabwe Rally To Hold Super Eagles In Uyo

A 90 minute late equalizer made Nigeria and Zimbabwe played out a 1-1 draw in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying match day six encounter in Uyo on Tuesday, DECENCY GLOBAL NEWS reports.

The result put a dent on Nigeria’s chances of securing a place at the global soccer fiesta.

Éric Chelle’s side moved to third  position in Group C with seven points from six games.

The hosts dominated the opening exchanges pinning Zimbabwe into their own half.

Washington Arubi produced a fine save to deny Moses Simon in the fourth minute.

Nigeria continued with the pressure with Arubi make quick saves to deny Osimhen.

Veteran midfielder Knowledge Musona had Zimbabwe’s first chance game in the 15th minute.

Musona failed to direct his shot on target after he was set up by Khama Biliat.

Stanley Nwabali produced a superb save to deny Walter Musona five minutes later.

The Super Eagles regained control of the game with Chukwueze shooting wide from.

Eric Chelle’s side took total  control of the game but the Warriors stood firm at the back.

Genk forward Tolu Arokodare took the place of Chukwueze one minute before the hour mark.

Nigeria took the lead through Osimhen in the 74th minute.

Osimhen nodded home Simon’s superb cross.

Substitute Tawanda Chirewa salvaged a point for Zimbabwe deep into stoppage time.

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