Nigeria vs Zimbabwe: 2026 World Cup Qualifier – When and Where to Watch

• Nigeria and Zimbabwe face off in a crucial World Cup qualifier on March 25 in Uyo.

• Super Eagles aim to build on their 2-0 win over Rwanda to boost qualification hopes.

• Kickoff is 5 PM Nigerian time, live on DSTV and StarTimes.

Nigeria’s Super Eagles are set to face the Warriors of Zimbabwe in a pivotal 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying showdown, with both sides desperate for three points to revive their qualification hopes.

Nigeria Seeks to Build on Rwanda Victory

The Super Eagles come into the match riding high after a solid 2-0 away win over Rwanda, with Victor Osimhen netting both goals. The win lifted Nigeria to six points from five games, though they still trail Group C rivals Rwanda, Benin Republic, and South Africa.

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Zimbabwe Struggling for Form

Zimbabwe, bottom of the group with three points, earned a 2-2 draw at home against Benin Republic in their last outing. After the match, they traveled to Lagos and then Uyo, where Tuesday’s game will be held at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium.

First Meeting Ended in Stalemate

The first-leg clash on November 19, 2023, finished 1-1, with Zimbabwe’s Walter Musona scoring a stunning free-kick before Kelechi Iheanacho equalized from the spot. Now under new head coach Eric Chelle, Nigeria aims to deliver a stronger performance and secure a vital win at home.

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Match Details

• Date: Tuesday, March 25, 2025

• Time: 5 PM Nigerian Time

• Venue: Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo

• Live Broadcast: DSTV and StarTimes

Victory would not only bolster Nigeria’s chances of qualifying but also mark a successful start to Coach Chelle’s tenure as the Super Eagles continue their march toward the 2026 World Cup.

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