Michael Nees believes Zimbabwe can shock Nigeria in their upcoming match. The Warriors coach plans to beat the Super Eagles when they face off later this month. Both teams need a win badly for the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying games. The battle happens at Godswill Akpabio International Stadium on March 25.
Most experts expect Nigeria to win easily, but Nees sees things differently. He describes the Nigerians as desperate and ready to fight hard after their poor start. Nigeria sits in fifth place in Group C after earning just three points from four games played. Zimbabwe holds last place with only two points earned from their matches.
History favors the Super Eagles against the Warriors on the soccer field. Nigeria has grabbed four victories against Zimbabwe with three other games ending tied. The last seven meetings between these teams never resulted in a Zimbabwe win. The Warriors beat Nigeria just once back in 1981 during a practice match.
Nees made his feelings clear about facing the three-time African champions. He called Nigeria beatable despite playing on their home turf in Uyo. The coach expressed excitement about the upcoming challenge against the higher-ranked team. Both squads desperately need points to keep their World Cup dreams alive.
Most experts expect Nigeria to win easily, but Nees sees things differently. He describes the Nigerians as desperate and ready to fight hard after their poor start. Nigeria sits in fifth place in Group C after earning just three points from four games played. Zimbabwe holds last place with only two points earned from their matches.
History favors the Super Eagles against the Warriors on the soccer field. Nigeria has grabbed four victories against Zimbabwe with three other games ending tied. The last seven meetings between these teams never resulted in a Zimbabwe win. The Warriors beat Nigeria just once back in 1981 during a practice match.
Nees made his feelings clear about facing the three-time African champions. He called Nigeria beatable despite playing on their home turf in Uyo. The coach expressed excitement about the upcoming challenge against the higher-ranked team. Both squads desperately need points to keep their World Cup dreams alive.
