Africa’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying campaign continued on Tuesday with big wins for Kenya and Namibia, and a major upset as Niger defeated Tanzania away from home.
Nigeria’s Super Eagles crashed out of the race for the 2026 FIFA World Cup after a 1-1 draw with South Africa on Tuesday.
Postecoglou has managed over 567 matches across his career, with 297 wins, 101 draws, and 169 losses.
Forest, currently sitting 10th in the table, are expected to move swiftly to appoint a successor, with Postecoglou among the names under consideration.
The pitch crisis had sparked a flurry of confusion in the lead-up to the match.
The Super Eagles will face Bafana Bafana on Tuesday at the Toyota Stadium, Bloemfontein.
South Africa lead Group C with 16 points, followed by Benin with 11 and Nigeria with 10.
Mr Amrouche stated, “We came with a plan to defeat Nigeria.’’
Mr Onyedum said, “Anambra State is proud of her athletes because they are within the age range and can defend their victories.’’
The hard-fought win keeps Nigeria’s hopes of qualifying for the 2026 FIFA World Cup firmly alive after a tense Group C encounter against the Amavubi.
