Zimbabwe’s Head Coach, Michael Nees, asserts that his team can defeat Nigeria’s Super Eagles in Uyo during a critical World Cup qualifier. Both teams are struggling in Group C, with Zimbabwe at the bottom and Nigeria just above them. Nees’ comments indicate confidence, despite Nigeria’s historical success against Zimbabwe.
Michael Nees, the Head Coach of Zimbabwe, has confidently stated that his team is capable of defeating the Super Eagles in Uyo during their upcoming 2026 World Cup qualifying match on March 25. This encounter is pivotal for both teams as they continue their journey in the qualifiers. Currently, Zimbabwe sits at the bottom of Group C with two points, while Nigeria holds five points, only ahead of them by a slim margin.
The Super Eagles have struggled in the qualifiers, having achieved only three points from four matches, leaving them fifth in their group. Nees insinuates that both teams are nearing a critical point in their campaigns. “Like us, Nigeria have their back against the wall, they are like wounded lions who want to turn the page,” he remarked during an interview on Brila FM.
An earlier match between these two teams ended in a 1-1 draw in Rwanda, indicating a potential opportunity for the Zimbabwean side. The Super Eagles have also found themselves in a precarious position, having drawn two home games in this campaign, both concluding at 1-1 against Lesotho and South Africa. Nees is optimistic that his team can capitalize on Nigeria’s challenges: “Everybody knows Nigeria (Super Eagles) are better than their current position and our positions are similar,” he noted.
Historically, the Super Eagles have maintained dominance over Zimbabwe, having remained unbeaten in their last seven encounters, securing four victories and three draws. Notably, their sole defeat to Zimbabwe occurred back in 1981 during a friendly match, where they lost 2-0. This is an important context as Zimbabwe prepares to face Nigeria on home ground soon, with Nees expressing confidence that they can indeed upset the Eagles.
Zimbabwe’s Head Coach Michael Nees is optimistic about his team’s chances against the Super Eagles, especially considering both teams’ struggles in the current qualifiers. Despite Nigeria’s historical dominance, Nees believes that the match will be a competitive one, especially given their similar circumstances in the standings. This encounter promises to be thrilling, as Zimbabwe seeks to improve their fortunes in this campaign while attempting to overcome the odds.
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