Tag: Intercontinental play-offs
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FIFA Rankings Could Shape Nigeria’s World Cup Play-Off Path for 2026
Introduction: A New Doorway to the World Cup Nigeria’s men’s national team, the Super Eagles, could see a markedly different route to the 2026 FIFA World Cup depending on how the team’s FIFA world ranking evolves in the lead-up to the intercontinental play-offs. In a refreshed play-off format, the position in the global rankings not…
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FIFA Rankings: How Nigeria’s Path Could Change in 2026 World Cup Play-Offs
Understanding the New Play-Off Format Nigeria, like other teams chasing a place at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, faces a revamped intercontinental play-off system. The governing bodies introduced changes that could tilt the balance in favor of teams with higher FIFA rankings. In practical terms, the Super Eagles’ position in the global ladder may determine…