Overview
- The CAF playoff final finished 1-1 after extra time in Rabat before DR Congo edged Nigeria 4-3 in a penalty shootout.
- Frank Onyeka put Nigeria ahead early and Mechak Elia equalized before halftime, with no goals standing in extra time.
- DR Congo replaced starter Lionel Mpasi with Timothy Fayulu before penalties, and Fayulu made crucial saves in the shootout.
- Chancel Mbemba converted the decisive kick after Nigerian attempts by Calvin Bassey and Moses Simon failed and Semi Ajayi was denied.
- The victory sends DR Congo to FIFA's six-team intercontinental playoffs in March for two World Cup berths, joining New Caledonia and Bolivia, while Nigeria's bid ends.