The Super Eagles of Nigeria are set to clash with the Gabon Panthers on 13 November 2025 in Rabat, Morocco, in a pivotal CAF playoff match that will determine who advances toward the 2026 FIFA World Cup inter-confederation playoff.
Both teams earned their spots through strong performances in the African qualifiers. Nigeria secured their place as one of the top runners-up, highlighted by a commanding 4–0 win over Benin, in which Victor Osimhen stole the spotlight with a brilliant hat-trick.
Gabon, meanwhile, finished second in Group F behind the Ivory Coast, ensuring their own shot at progression.
The winner of this encounter will face either Cameroon or the Democratic Republic of Congo on 16 November, with the victor advancing to the intercontinental playoff for a chance to reach the World Cup.
The stakes could not be higher for both sides, as a win would keep their dreams of reaching the global stage alive.
While Nigeria enters this playoff on a strong run, unbeaten in their last four qualifiers, Gabon boasts an impressive attacking record under coach Thierry Mouyouma, scoring 22 goals in 10 matches.
However, their record against Africa’s top-ranked teams is less encouraging, with four losses and one draw in such fixtures since Mouyouma took charge.
