Midfielder Wilfred Ndidi has been cleared to feature for the Super Eagles in Sunday’s World Cup playoff showdown against DR Congo, despite picking up a yellow card in Nigeria’s 3–0 win over Gabon on Thursday.

The confirmation came through an announcement on the Super Eagles’ official X handle, easing concerns among fans who feared the caution might rule him out of the decisive clash.

According to the team’s statement:

“CAF has confirmed that Wilfred Ndidi is eligible to feature for the Super Eagles in Sunday’s playoff clash against DR Congo. Cautions accumulated during the World Cup qualifiers do not carry over into the playoffs; only confirmed suspensions apply.”

Ndidi’s availability comes as a major boost for Nigeria as they prepare for the all-important playoff final, with a World Cup ticket on the line.