Zimbabwe forward Knowledge Musona expresses optimism about the Warriors’ chances to upset Nigeria’s Super Eagles in an upcoming World Cup qualifier, starting with a match against Benin Republic. Musona aims for two wins, emphasizing team training and effort as critical for success in these matches.
Knowledge Musona, a forward for Zimbabwe, expresses confidence in the Warriors’ potential to achieve an upset against Nigeria’s Super Eagles during the upcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier. The match is set for Tuesday at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo, as part of the sixth matchday. Currently, Zimbabwe sits at the bottom of Group C with just two points from four matches, making this contest crucial for their aspirations.
Prior to this match, Zimbabwe will compete against the Benin Republic, also in Durban, on Thursday. Musona emphasizes the importance of securing a victory against Benin first before redirecting their attention to Nigeria. He stated, “In football, anything is possible, and it starts with this next game. The priority is to secure three points against Benin before focusing on Nigeria.”
He remains optimistic about the team’s capabilities, stating, “With the quality in this squad, I believe we can achieve maximum points. It all depends on the effort we put in during training and, most importantly, in the matches.” Musona’s confidence highlights the potential of his team as they prepare for these pivotal fixtures.
Musona’s remarks showcase a strategic focus on immediate goals, emphasizing the need for a win against Benin before addressing the challenge posed by Nigeria. Despite their current position in the standings, his belief in the team’s quality underscores a hopeful outlook for the Warriors in their upcoming fixtures.
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