Nigeria’s aim to qualify for the world cup came to an end after a loss to DRC on sunday Night. The Super Eagles lost 4-3 on penaltis to DR congo in a tense and Dramatic play off at the complexe sportif prince Moulay El Hassan Rabat. The match had finished 1–1 after 120 minutes, but the Leopards held their nerve in the shootout to advance, leaving Nigeria devastated after a draining contest defined by missed chances, gritty defending, and high emotion.
Both teams battled fiercely through the second half and extra time with the Congolese having more control of the game and creating better chances.
DR Congo have now secured their place in the Inter-confederation Playoffs, earning the right to fight for a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup after their nerve-shredding penalty victory over Nigeria in Rabat.
The Leopards, who last appeared at the World Cup in 1974 when the country was known as Zaire, will now join the likes of Bolivia and New Caledonia, who have already booked their place in the six-team playoff tournament.
