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The Digest:

Four African nations enter a final, desperate battle for one remaining World Cup pathway. Nigeria faces Gabon in a single-leg semi-final, where victory is the only option to keep the dream of reaching the 2026 tournament alive.

Key Points:
  • Nigeria, Gabon, Cameroon, and DR Congo compete in a CAF play-off tournament.
  • The winner secures a spot in the global inter-confederation play-offs in March 2026.
  • Nigeria's semi-final against Gabon is on November 13 in Rabat, Morocco.
  • A loss in either the semi-final or ends a nation's World Cup journey.
  • Nigeria's squad features Osimhen, Lookman, and Ndidi.
  • Gabon is led by star forward Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
  • The tournament format is a straight knockout, with no margin for error.
For the Super Eagles, this is more than a match; it is a test of national resolve, where focus and execution under pressure will define their footballing future.

Sources: Soccernet