Nigeria, Nov. 16 -- The stage is fully set as Nigeria's Super Eagles and DR Congo's Leopards square off for Africa's only ticket to the Inter-confederation Playoffs of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

Tonight's showdown takes place at the iconic Complexe Sportif Prince Moulay El Hassan in Rabat, where both teams arrive knowing that only a win will keep their World Cup hopes alive.

Nigeria booked their place in this final after a dramatic 4-1 extra-time victory over Gabon, a game that stretched their nerves and discipline before they finally pulled away in extra time.

DR Congo, on their part, showed grit and organisation in their last outing, sealing a 1-0 stoppage-time win over Cameroon to set up this high-stakes fight with the Eagles.

Now, b...