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Nigeria braced for Congo in crucial World Cup play-off final

All focus will be in Rabat on Sunday as the CAF mini World Cup play-offs tournament comes to climax, with stakes high for one of the nations to keep their World Cup dreams alive.

Three-time African Champions Nigeria tussle it out against the Leopards of DR Congo at Prince Héritier Moulay El Hassan Stadium in a crucial clash that promises to be a thriller.

The Super Eagles eliminated Aubameyang’s Gabon in a 4-1 emphatic victory to reach the grand finale, thanks to goals from Akor Adams, Chidera Ejuke and brace hero Victor Osimhen.

For Congo, they defied odds as they edged the Indomitable Lions of Cameroon 1-0 courtesy of Captain Cancel Mbemba last minute goal.

Unbeaten since the appointment of Eric Chelle, Nigeria find a different side, organised in terms of structure that has assembled a strong defensive unit in recent times.

Congo has gone under a huge transformation with Sebastian Desabre in charge and now this looks like a golden opportunity to rewrite history in pursuit for a spot at World Cup finals.

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