Zimbabwe held the Super Eagles of Nigeria to a 1-1 draw in their 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying matchday six match in Uyo on Tuesday, denting Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the global soccer fiesta.

With seven points from six games, Éric Chelle’s team moved to third place in Group C.

The home team dominated the first few minutes, forcing Zimbabwe into their own half.

In the fourth minute, Washington Arubi made a brilliant save to deny Moses Simon, and Nigeria kept up the pressure.

Musona failed to direct his shot on goal after he was set up by Khama Biliat.

Stanley Nwabali produced a superb save to deny Walter Musona five minutes later.

Chukwueze’s missed shot gave the Super Eagles back control of the match.

The Warriors held firm in the back as Eric Chelle’s team took complete control of the game.

Genk forward Tolu Arokodare took the place of Chukwueze one minute before the hour mark.

Nigeria took the lead through Osimhen in the 74th minute.

Osimhen nodded home Simon’s superb cross.

Substitute Tawanda Chirewa salvaged a point for Zimbabwe deep into stoppage time.