Gabon striker Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang has issued a rallying cry ahead of their clash with the Super Eagles, declaring his motivation to help Gabon secure a spot at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
Following a strong qualifying campaign, Aubameyang is eager to face Nigeria in the playoffs set for Thursday, 13th November, in Morocco.
Gabon, who finished second in Group F with 25 points—just one point behind African champions Côte d’Ivoire—will now face a resurgent Nigerian side that secured their playoff spot following a 4-0 victory over Benin in Uyo on Tuesday.
The winner of the African playoffs will advance to Mexico in March 2026 for the Intercontinental playoffs, which involves six teams, from which only two will emerge to join those that have already qualified directly, completing the 48 teams for the 2026 World Cup to be hosted by the USA, Mexico, and Canada.
After Gabon’s 2-0 victory over Burundi on Tuesday, the Marseille striker told The Standard that he is ready to lead Gabon to the 2026 World Cup.
“We want to go to the World Cup and, to get there, we have to win games. I’m very motivated, and when you have the chance to go to the World Cup, you have to be even more motivated.”
