As the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifiers heat up, Zimbabwe’s head coach, Michael Nees, has boldly declared that his team is ready to shock the Super Eagles in their own backyard. With both teams desperate for a turnaround, the Warriors will travel to Uyo for a crucial Matchday Six clash at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium on Tuesday, March 25.

Nigeria, struggling in Group C with just three points from four matches, sit in fifth place, while Zimbabwe, at the bottom with two points, is equally in dire need of a victory. Despite the odds, Nees believes his squad can capitalize on the Super Eagles’ shaky start.

“Like us, Nigeria has their backs against the wall. They are like wounded lions looking to recover, but we are prepared to challenge them. Nigeria is beatable in Uyo,” Nees declared, signaling his team’s intent.

With qualification hopes hanging in the balance, this clash promises to be a high-stakes showdown between two sides desperate to revive their World Cup dreams.