Top four matches you should not miss this weekend

Countries all over the world are involved in the Russia 2018 World Cup qualifiers as they continue their quest to play in the biggest stage of football.

The CAF qualifying rounds begin this weekend while other countries around the world continue their search for a World Cup berth.

Here are the four matches you can not afford to miss this weekend

1. Zambia vs Nigeria

After failing the qualify for the 2017 AFCON tournament in Gabon, Super Eagles of Nigeria begin their journey to Russia as they play Zambia in Ndoli.

Super Eagles of Nigeria

The Chipolopolo did not also qualify for biggest soccer fiesta in Africa but have promised to shock the star studded Nigerian side come Sunday, October 9, at the Levy Mwanawasa Stadium.

2. England vs Malta

It will the first test for Gareth Southgate as interim England manager after Sam Allardyce was sacked when they play oil-rich nation Malta.

Everyone is looking forward into the style of play the former England international will adopt as The Three Lions have been heavily criticized for not playing attractive football in their first match against Slovakia.

Gareth Southgate will be face his first test against Malta

3. Portugal vs Andorra

The current European Champions could not replicate their success at Euro 2016 after losing their first match to Switzerland as their inspirational captain Cristiano Ronaldo was missing owing to fitness problems.

However, the Real Madrid star man will be back in action for the Portuguese side and the whole nation will be trooping to the stadium to watch their most successful captain.

4. Cameroon vs Algeria

Both countries are also in ‘the group of death‘ which also includes Nigeria and Zambia in the most difficult group in Africa.

The Desert Warriors are currently the most feared team in Africa with stars scattered all over vibrant European clubs. The Indomitable Lions can also hold their own in the group as the new crop of players are no push-overs.