Tawanda Chirewa of Zimbabwe expressed confidence ahead of the World Cup qualifier against Nigeria, asserting that Zimbabwe will not be intimidated. Nigeria recently secured a victory under new coach Eric Chelle, boosting their qualification hopes. Zimbabwe needs a win to remain in contention for World Cup qualification.
In a crucial 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier, Zimbabwe’s midfielder Tawanda Chirewa has asserted that his team will not be intimidated by Nigeria’s Super Eagles. The match is scheduled to take place at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium in Uyo on Tuesday.
The Super Eagles, led by new coach Eric Chelle, recently experienced a significant boost by securing a 2-0 victory against Rwanda. This win, which marked Chelle’s first as head coach, reinvigorated Nigeria’s Group C qualifying campaign after a challenging start, where they had only earned one point from four matches.
Following their victory, Nigeria improved their standing in Group C, rising to fourth place with six points. In contrast, Zimbabwe remains at the bottom of the table, having accumulated only three points from five matches so far.
Tawanda Chirewa expressed confidence about Zimbabwe’s prospects, despite their difficulties. The young midfielder emphasized his focus on recovery and preparation for the upcoming match, stating, “I want to go out there and showcase my abilities. Our squad also has plenty of talented players, so there’s no reason to fear Nigeria.”
Zimbabwe is aware that they must secure a win to salvage their qualification hopes. As they approach the match, they are aiming for their first victory in the campaign, while Nigeria seeks to build on their recent success as they host Zimbabwe on March 25 at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium.
The upcoming World Cup qualifier between Zimbabwe and Nigeria presents a critical opportunity for both teams. While Nigeria aims to consolidate their recent victory and improve their standing, Zimbabwe faces a must-win scenario to keep their qualification hopes alive. Tawanda Chirewa’s confident stance reflects the determination of the Warriors as they prepare to challenge the Super Eagles.
Original Source: www.newzimbabwe.com
