Zimbabwe Stuns Nigeria with Late Equalizer in CAF World Cup Qualifier

Zimbabwe secured a crucial 1-1 draw against Nigeria in their CAF World Cup Qualifier at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, thanks to a dramatic 90th-minute goal from Tawanda Chirewa.

The match saw both teams struggle to break the deadlock in the first half, with the score remaining 0-0 at halftime. Nigeria, heavily favored to win on home soil, eventually found the breakthrough in the 74th minute when Victor Osimhen finished off a cross from Ola Aina to give the Super Eagles the lead.

Just when it seemed Nigeria would take all three points, Zimbabwe responded with a stunning equalizer. Tawanda Maswanhise set up Chirewa, who slotted home in the final minute of regulation time to snatch a point for the Warriors.

The result is a setback for Nigeria, who were expected to dominate Group C but have now dropped crucial points. Meanwhile, Zimbabwe will take confidence from their resilient performance as they continue their quest for World Cup qualification.