Category: Benin

Nigeria's aspirations for the 2026 World Cup took a severe hit on Monday evening after the Super Eagles suffered a surprising 2-1 defeat to Benin in their qualifying campaign. This loss, combined with three previous draws, leaves Nigeria in a precarious position in Group C. The Super Eagles started the match on a positive note, with Raphael Onyedika breaking the deadlock within the first half-hour. Onyedika's goal, a superb finish from the edge of the area, gave Nigeria an early lead and seemed to set the tone for a much-needed victory. However, the situation quickly deteriorated. Benin's Jodel Dossou equalized shortly before halftime, seizing on a defensive blunder from Nigeria. Adding to Nigeria's woes, former Huddersfield striker Steve Mounie put Benin ahead in stoppage time, cap...

Super Eagles coach Finidi George has announced that his team is fully prepared to take on the Cheetahs of Benin Republic with utmost seriousness in their upcoming match. The game, scheduled to kick off at 5 p.m. (Nigerian time) at the Houphouet Boigny Stadium, marks a critical juncture for Nigeria in their quest to advance in the competition. Nigeria finds itself in a challenging position, currently ranked fifth in Group C after a series of draws. The Super Eagles have tied 1-1 in their initial three matches against Lesotho, Zimbabwe, and South Africa. Each game has tested the team's resilience and ability to secure a win. Reflecting on the previous matches, especially the draw against South Africa, Finidi George emphasized the importance of learning and improvement. "We are going t...

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Nigeria’s World Cup Hopes in Jeopardy After Shock Defeat to Benin

Super Eagles Ready for Benin Republic – Finidi