Nigeria Vs Zimbabwe.
After a poor start to their campaign, which included three draws and a loss, the Super Eagles revived their 2026 World Cup qualification hopes with a crucial 2-0 win over Rwanda in Kigali.
Victory in Rwanda has put the Super Eagles back to reckoning in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
Zimbabwe, on its part, missed an opportunity to climb off the bottom of Group C after a 2-2 draw with Benin.
Despite falling behind by two goals, they showed resilience, with Marshall Munetsi and Knowledge Musona scoring to salvage a point.
While Jordan Zemura played a key role with two assists, Zimbabwe will need a stronger performance to challenge Nigeria.
Nigeria Vs Zimbabwe: Head-to-Head Record
Zimbabwe is still searching for another win against Nigeria in a competitive match, with their only victory coming in a 1981 friendly.
In seven official Nigeria Vs Zimbabwe meetings since 1981, the Super Eagles have won four and drawn three. Their last encounter in November 2023 ended in a 1-1 draw.
Team News and Possible Lineups
Nigeria arrived in Uyo early to prepare for the match. Bright Osayi-Samuel is doubtful after sustaining a knock against Rwanda, meaning Ola Aina will move back to the right after playing in the left role vs Rwanda.
Victor Osimhen, despite showing signs of fatigue in Kigali, will expectedly lead the Eagles’ attack again.
Nigeria potential XI: Nwabali; Aina, Ekong, Bassey, Onyemaechi; Ndidi, Iwobi, Simon, Chukwueze; Lookman, Osimhen.
Match Details
Competition: CAF World Cup Qualifiers (Matchday 6)
Fixture: Nigeria vs Zimbabwe
Venue: Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo
Date: Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Kickoff Time: 5 PM (Nigerian time).
Where To Watch.
Afrosports, FIFAplus(for Nigerians abroad).
