2026 WCQ: Zimbabwe Holds Nigeria To 1-1 Draw As South Africa Beats Benin Republic

Zimbabwe held Nigeria to a 1-1 draw on Tuesday in a 2026 World Cup Qualifier, frustrating the Super Eagles’ chances of reaching the competition.

As a result, Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the global footballing fiesta suffered another setback following at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, Akwa Ibom.

Going into the tie, the Super Eagles had reignited their campaign with a 2-0 victory over Rwanda last Friday.

However, against the Warriors on Tuesday, Eric Chelle’s men looked dull and were wasteful in front of goal despite creating several chances.

After several missed chances, Victor Osimhen eventually put Nigeria ahead in the 73rd minute, heading home after fine combination play between Tolu Arokodare and Ola Aina.

But the visitors stunned the home supporters with a last-minute equaliser in the 90th minute.

Tawanda Chirewa ran through the Eagles’ defence unchallenged before slotting the ball past Stanley Nwabali.

The result leaves Nigeria in fourth place with seven points, one behind Benin Republic and Lesotho.

South Africa currently tops Group C with 13 points after beating Benin Republic in the other game.

The South African side defeated Benin 2-0 away at the Stade Félix Houphouët Boigny with goals from Lyle Foster and Jayden Adams.

The away team secured three important points that continue to consolidate it as the leader of group C.