The Super Eagles are facing the Leopards of DR Congo in the 2026 World Cup playoff final at Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium in Rabat, Morocco.
In a post on the official Super Eagles X account on Sunday, the team announced that Wilfred Ndidi will captain the squad for the crucial clash.
Victor Osimhen leads the attack, while Benjamin Fredrick and Calvin Bassey anchor the defence, building on their impressive performances in the previous match.
Nigeria’s Starting XI vs DR Congo:
- Goalkeeper: Stanley Nwabali (23)
- Defenders: Benjamin Fredrick (2), Zaidu Sanusi (3), Wilfred Ndidi (4, C), Semi Ajayi (6), Calvin Bassey (21)
- Midfielders: Ademola Lookman (7), Frank Onyeka (8), Alex Iwobi (17)
- Forwards: Victor Osimhen (9), Samuel Chukwueze (11)
Substitutes:
Maduka Okoye, William Ekong, Chidera Ejuke, Akor Adams, Bright Osayi-Samuel, Tolu Arokodare, Moses Simon, Michael Onyemaechi, Abdullahi, Obasogie, Adike, Chidozie Awaziem.
A victory for Nigeria will secure a place in the intercontinental playoff, keeping the nation’s hopes alive for the 2026 World Cup.
