The 2026 World Cup will have a record 48 teams, and Japan became the first nation excluding the three hosts to secure a spot. Other teams could follow in the current international window. Next year's tournament in the United States, Mexico and Canada kicks off on June 11 and the final will take place on July 19.

Éric Sékou Chelle's tenure as Nigeria coach began with a first 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifying appearance for Victor Osimhen, two goals for the striker, a clean sheet for the team, and a first win of the campaign, 2-0 vs. Rwanda, as the Super Eagles made a promising start on the road to redemption.

Victor Osimhen nets twice as Nigeria register their first victory in qualifying for the 2026 Fifa World Cup, while Algeria and Burkina Faso also win.

Galatasaray have paid tribute to their player Victor Osimhen for leading Nigeria to victory against Rwanda in the 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Friday. Osimhen’s brace ensured the Super Eagles won 2-0 against Rwanda in Kigali on Friday evening.