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With only the group winners guaranteed automatic qualification, the Super Eagles know that anything less than three points could be costly.
Pascal also confirmed that the Super Eagles are fully focused on their upcoming game against Zimbabwe in Uyo on Tuesday.
The Super Eagles reignited their qualifying hopes with a 2-0 win over Rwanda last Friday and are looking to build on that momentum.
Nigeria heads into the match in 4th place, with one win from five group games, while Zimbabwe
is at the bottom of Group C, having failed to win any of their five matches so far.
Ahead of Tuesday’s clash, the Zimbabwean government has promised each player a $150,000 (approximately N300 million) reward for beating Nigeria.
As an added motivation, the Zimbabwean government has promised each player a $150,000 (approximately N300 million) reward for a victory over Nigeria.
Chelle also discussed his tactical approach and his decision to experiment with different systems during the match.
Previously without a win in their qualifying campaign, the Super Eagles had picked up only three points in four matches.
The Super Eagles have managed just three points from four games, leaving them fifth in Group C and under immense pressure to revive their World Cup hopes.
The Super Eagles will continue their campaign in a match against Zimbabwe at the Godswill
Akpabio Stadium in Uyo, subsequent to their clash with Rwanda on Friday.
