Nigeria’s hopes of securing a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup could suffer a serious setback if star striker Victor Osimhen faces suspension for the upcoming Intercontinental Play-Off. The Super Eagles forward is on the verge of a ban after receiving a yellow card in Thursday’s dramatic 4–1 win over Gabon.
Osimhen was booked for removing his shirt in celebration, an offence under FIFA’s rules on unsporting behaviour. This caution leaves the Galatasaray striker one more booking away from suspension.
Should Nigeria advance after Sunday’s decisive clash against DR Congo in Rabat and Osimhen picks up another yellow card, he will automatically miss the March play-off. This could be a major blow for the Super Eagles as Osimhen has been pivotal to their attack throughout the World Cup qualifiers.
Coach Eric Sékou Chelle relies heavily on the 25-year-old, who has scored in every qualifier he has played so far. The upcoming match carries enormous significance not just for Nigeria’s World Cup ambitions but also for the availability of their key goal threat.
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