Ikpeba urges Super Eagles to seize play-off chance for World Cup qualification

Former Super Eagles striker Victor Ikpeba has called on the team to make the most of their playoff opportunity to secure a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Despite a convincing 4-0 victory over Benin Republic in their final Group C fixture in Uyo last Tuesday, Nigeria narrowly missed out on automatic qualification. However, the result was enough to earn them a spot in the playoffs.

The Super Eagles will face the Panthers of Gabon in the semi-finals on Thursday, November 13, at a yet-to-be-confirmed venue in Morocco while Cameroon will take on the Democratic Republic of Congo in the other semi-final tie.

Speaking on Monday Night Football on SuperSport TV, Ikpeba urged the players to maintain their fighting spirit and determination.

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“We can qualify for the World Cup — it is another chance for them to play at the World Cup,” Ikpeba said.

“They have a second lifeline, and they have to grab it. They have fought and they have to continue to do that.

“With the same spirit against Lesotho and Benin, we have what it takes to beat Gabon and Cameroon in the playoffs. Against Benin, they were ruthless and the early goal settled the boys’ nerves.”

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