Nigeria Soccer Federation (NFF) President, Alhaji Ibrahim Musa Gusau, has expressed confidence that the Tremendous Eagles can be totally ready to safe Africa’s slot within the Intercontinental Play-offs for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, to be collectively hosted by the USA, Canada, and Mexico.
Talking on Wednesday, Gusau stated the Nigerian spirit and dedication that helped the crew qualify for the play-offs would once more encourage them to victory. He added that the Nationwide Sports activities Fee (NSC) and the NFF are working carefully to make sure the crew is well-prepared for his or her conflict in opposition to Gabon on Thursday, thirteenth November, and the potential remaining in opposition to both Cameroon or DR Congo on Sunday, sixteenth November.
“Every thing is being accomplished by the NSC and the NFF to make sure correct preparation. No stone can be left unturned. The identical preventing spirit that noticed the crew rating 4 targets in opposition to Benin Republic on the ultimate day of the qualifiers will push us to victory within the play-offs,” Gusau stated.
He additionally confirmed that the Tremendous Eagles’ coaching camp will open in Rabat, Morocco, on Sunday, ninth November. “We’re already involved with the gamers, and everybody is concentrated. Each vital association is being made to make sure success, and the gamers are extremely motivated by the dream of taking part in on the World Cup,” he added.
The Tremendous Eagles will face the Panthers of Gabon at both the 18,000-capacity El Barid Stadium or the 22,000-capacity Prince Moulay El Hassan Sports activities Complicated, each in Rabat. The ultimate of the play-offs will happen on the Stade Prince Héritier Moulay El Hassan.
In accordance with the Confederation of African Soccer (CAF), a draw can be held on Thursday, thirtieth October, to resolve which of the semi-final matches can be performed at every venue.
