Nigeria and DR Congo Advance to African Playoffs Final for 2026 World Cup

Nigeria's Super Eagles secured a spot in the African Playoffs Final for the 2026 World Cup by defeating Gabon 4-1 in extra time. Victor Osimhen and Galatasaray's Benjamin Fredrick were key scorers.

DR Congo also advanced by defeating Cameroon 1-0 with a last-minute goal by Chancel Mbemba. Cameroon's Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang faced heartbreak as their World Cup dream ended.

The final will feature Nigeria against DR Congo to represent Africa in the FIFA intercontinental playoffs.