How Nigeria can still qualify for 2026 World Cup

Nigeria's Path to 2026 World Cup Qualification

Nigeria's Super Eagles can still qualify for the 2026 World Cup in North America.

After beating Benin 4-0, Nigeria leapfrogged their opponents, keeping their World Cup qualification dreams alive.

Victor Osimhen's hat-trick and Frank Onyeka's stoppage-time goal secured the necessary three points for the Super Eagles to finish as runners-up in Group C.

Nigeria's World Cup qualification dreams are still alive.

The team will face opponents in the World Cup play-offs, with the draw date and start time to be announced.

Author's summary: Nigeria still has a chance to qualify for the 2026 World Cup.

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London Evening Standard London Evening Standard — 2025-10-15

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