The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has introduced special rules for the World Cup play-off semi-finals, featuring Nigeria, Gabon, Cameroon, and DR Congo. The matches will have a unique twist, with a 30-minute extra time and an additional substitution allowed if the score is tied after 90 minutes. This aims to ensure a fair and exciting competition. Nigeria takes on Gabon at 5:00 pm WAT, while Cameroon faces DR Congo at 8:00 pm WAT.
The teams are gearing up for a thrilling encounter as they battle for a spot in the FIFA Inter-Continental Play-Off Tournament in March 2026. The winner of the final will secure Africa’s 10th and last World Cup pathway spot. The semi-finals are a crucial step towards the ultimate goal. The world will be watching as these teams clash. Nigeria is favored to win, but Gabon has a strong team with players like Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Denis Bouanga.
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