Overview
- The match in Rabat finished 1-1 after extra time before DR Congo prevailed 4-3 in a shootout in heavy rain.
- Frank Onyeka put Nigeria ahead in the 3rd minute before Meschack Elia equalized in the 32nd.
- Nigeria lost striker Victor Osimhen to injury at halftime, altering their attacking threat.
- DR Congo substituted goalkeeper Timothy Fayulu late in extra time, and he saved two penalties, including Nigeria's sixth attempt.
- Captain Chancel Mbemba converted the decisive kick as DR Congo joined Bolivia and New Caledonia in the March intercontinental playoff for two World Cup spots.