Nigeria to face Gabon as CAF confirms dates, venue for 2026 World Cup Intercontinental Play-off ...

A draw will be held on Thursday, 30 October 2025, to determine the venue for each match.

The opening match will feature Nigeria against Gabon at 17:00 local time (16:00 GMT).

The second semi-final will be between Cameroon and the Democratic Republic of Congo at 20:00 local time (19:00 GMT)

The Final will be played on Sunday, November 16, 2025 at Prince Héritier Moulay El Hassan at 20:00 local time (19:00 GMT).

The Fixtures

Match 1 : Nigeria vs Gabon: 17:00

Match 2 : Cameroon vs Democratic Republic of Congo: 20:00

The winner will advance to the FIFA Play-Off Inter-Continental Tournament in March 2026 for a chance to secure Africa’s 10th and final place at the FIFA World Cup 2026.

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