The Nigerian national team failed to qualify for the WC-2026 after losing to Congo in a penalty shootout.
Idman.Biz reports that the team, which included star players Viktor Osimhen, Ademola Lookman, and Wilfred Ndidi, lost their chance in the decisive stage and will miss their second consecutive World Cup.
Congo is one step closer to a historic achievement. The national team has a chance to play in the World Cup for the first time since 1974. For this, the team must also pass the upcoming intercontinental play-off stage.