Fulham midfielder Alex Iwobi stands on the brink of his 90th international cap. Nigeria faces the Panthers of Gabon in a pivotal 2026 FIFA World Cup playoff tonight, November 13. The match kicks off in Rabat.
Head coach Éric Chelle is expected to start Iwobi. The 29-year-old has been a cornerstone of the Super Eagles since his 2015 debut. His switch from England’s youth teams has proven vital for Nigeria.
Iwobi’s Remarkable International Journey
The Arsenal Academy graduate boasts an impressive track record. He featured in the 2018 World Cup and earned bronze at the 2019 AFCON. Iwobi also played every minute during Nigeria’s runner-up finish at the 2023 AFCON.
Super Eagles Confidence Soars
Defender Calvin Bassey voiced the squad’s determination before the Gabon clash. He stressed the team’s readiness to meet high expectations. Bassey told Sporty TV: “We are Nigeria, a massive nation. We embrace the responsibility.”
Nigeria has regained momentum after a shaky qualifying start. The team now approaches this playoff with renewed confidence. Tonight’s decisive match starts at 5 p.m. Nigerian time. It will be held at Rabat’s Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium.
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