Super Eagles Struggle Without Victor Osimhen, Miss Out on 2026 World Cup Qualification
The article discusses Nigeria's Super Eagles' continued struggles without Victor Osimhen, as they failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after losing to DR Congo in a penalty shootout. Osimhen's absence highlighted Nigeria's lack of attacking spark and dependency on the forward.
The defeat came after a 1-1 draw in regular time, with Nigeria missing out on a World Cup spot for the second consecutive time. The team's reliance on Osimhen's goal-scoring prowess was evident, as they failed to secure victories in their World Cup qualifying matches.
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