Nigeria’s Super Eagles are scheduled to face the Jordan national football team in an international friendly as uncertainty continues to surround Nigeria’s 2026 FIFA World Cup status.
The match is expected to take place in Amman during the March international window and is part of ongoing preparations by the Nigeria Football Federation to keep the team active despite the unresolved qualification situation.
The friendly comes at a delicate moment for the Super Eagles, who are awaiting a crucial decision from FIFA following Nigeria’s protest over their World Cup playoff defeat.
Nigeria had challenged the eligibility of players fielded by DR Congo in the decisive playoff, a case that could significantly alter their World Cup fate if ruled in their favour.
Until FIFA delivers its verdict, Nigeria’s participation in the next phase of World Cup qualification remains uncertain.
Despite the unresolved situation, the coaching crew and federation have moved ahead with planning international fixtures to ensure the team remains competitive and tactically sharp.
The Jordan friendly is viewed as an opportunity to assess player form, integrate new faces, and maintain match fitness, regardless of whether Nigeria is eventually reinstated into the World Cup qualification pathway.
For Jordan, the fixture represents a major preparatory step as they build towards their historic first appearance at the FIFA World Cup.
Facing a team of Nigeria’s calibre offers valuable exposure and a stern test ahead of the tournament, making the match mutually beneficial for both sides.
Officials indicate that Nigeria’s final participation in the friendly programme could still be adjusted depending on FIFA’s ruling.
However, the planned encounter with Jordan underscores the Super Eagles’ intent to remain active on the international stage and prepared for all possible outcomes as their World Cup destiny hangs in the balance.
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Source: LIB
