Nigeria will have to face the Democratic Republic of Congo on Sunday without Wilfred Ndidi, who is suspended for the crucial 2026 World Cup playoff final after picking up an early booking in the 4-1 win over Gabon.
Wilfred Ndidi‘s yellow card on Thursday means he will sit out the match that will decide which side reaches the intercontinental playoffs in March 2026.
His absence is a setback for the Super Eagles, but the return of Semi Ajayi offers head coach Eric Chelle some relief. Ajayi missed the semi-final due to card accumulation but is cleared to play in Rabat.
The match will take place at the newly built Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium, where Nigeria defeated Gabon on Thursday evening.