FIFA World Cup trophy. (Photo credit: Imago)
The Super Eagles will trade tackles with Gabon in nine days for a spot in the final of the continental World Cup playoffs…
Former Arsenal striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Los Angeles FC man Denis Bouanga are two of the biggest stars who are expected to be called up to Gabon’s squad ahead of the continental World Cup playoffs in two weeks, Soccernet.ng reports.
In just about nine days, the Super Eagles of Nigeria will lock horns with Gabon for a spot in the final of the CAF World Cup playoffs.
It promises to be a thrilling encounter, considering that a rare World Cup ticket is at stake.
Nigeria have the slight upperhand going into the game, as they have a stronger squad on paper. Reigning African Footballer of the Year Ademola Lookman is good to go, alongside his predecessor Victor Osimhen, who knows how to turn up when the chips are down.
There are also other stars like Alex Iwobi, Samuel Chukwueze, Calvin Bassey, and Wilfried Ndidi.
However, Gabon are no pushovers, as they also have a decent squad. Former Arsenal hitman Aubameyang, who is their captain, will be looking to lead his troops to victory.
Gabon also have MLS star boy Bouanga, who has been on a goalscoring spree for LA FC over the last three seasons.
Then, there’s the Lemina brothers － Mario, who is Osimhen’s Galatasaray teammates, and Noha, who plays for Swiss club Yverdon.
Interesting. Gabon have two Lemina brothers playing for them.
Mario Lemina (Galatasaray, Turkey) and Noha Lemina (Yverdon, Switzerland).— Kelvin OO (@KelvinOma_) November 3, 2025
According to Afropages, Gabon coach Thierry Mouyouma will reveal his squad for the playoffs on Thursday, November 6. And the aforementioned players will likely be included.
When and Where Will Gabon Play The Super Eagles of Nigeria?
The Super Eagles of Nigeria will face the Panthers of Gabon on November 13, at the Moulay Abdellah Sports Complex, Rabat.
Then, the winner of that game will lock horns with the winner of the fixture between DR Congo and Cameroon at the same stadium three days later.