Frank Onyeka Declares Super Eagles ‘Battle Ready’ Ahead of Crucial World Cup Playoff Final

Super Eagles midfielder Frank Onyeka has assured Nigerians that the team is fully prepared for tonight’s decisive 2026 FIFA World Cup African playoffs final against the Democratic Republic of Congo.

The match, billed as a must-win encounter, will determine whether Nigeria advances to the highly competitive Intercontinental playoffs, the final gateway to securing a World Cup ticket.

Eric Chelle’s men already sent a strong message of intent on Thursday with an emphatic 4–1 victory over Gabon in the semi-final—a performance that rekindled belief in the team’s ability to deliver when it matters most.

Speaking ahead of the showdown, Onyeka, who features in the English Premier League with Brentford, emphasized the team’s hunger and readiness.

“The players are ready; the players are focused. We will give everything,” he told Flashscore.com.

“We know how important this game is, so we’ll go all in and by God’s grace, we’ll come out with a victory and Nigerians will be happy.”

Tonight’s clash will kick off at 8pm Nigerian time, and fans across the country are expected to tune in with both hope and anxiety.

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Nigeria’s journey to the 2026 World Cup has been anything but smooth, but this moment presents an opportunity for redemption. The Super Eagles have often been criticized for inconsistency, yet when the stakes are highest, they traditionally rise to the occasion.

Onyeka’s words reflect a squad that understands the weight of national expectation. This isn’t just another fixture—this is a chance to remind Africa and the world that Nigeria remains a football powerhouse, regardless of recent setbacks.

The team’s impressive victory over Gabon showed flashes of the hunger, cohesion, and fire Nigerians have been longing to see. If the Eagles can maintain that momentum and play with discipline, courage, and belief, tonight could mark a turning point in their World Cup campaign.

More importantly, a win would restore confidence in both players and fans—a much-needed boost for a nation that breathes football.

As Nigerians wait for the referee’s whistle at 8pm, one thing is clear:
This team knows what is at stake, and they appear ready to fight for every inch.